Owning a piece of history is a remarkable experience. Whether it's a captivating ring, an exquisite hairpin, or a dazzling bracelet worn by a stylish individual from a bygone era, it connects us to our collective past. Estate jewelry holds a treasure trove of antiques waiting to be worn and admired. Whether you're seeking fashion-forward pieces or timeless vintage gems, navigating the terminology of yesteryears can be daunting. Our estate jewelry glossary is your ultimate guide to exploring vintage and antique jewelry for your collection.
Over the last decade, jewelry items made from non-traditional gold alloys, called intermetallic compounds, have been gaining popularity. Many colours of gold are now possible including blue, purple, and black gold.
There is no real difference between Acrylic and Lucite, Lucite is just the best version of acrylic on the market. Lucite, a form of acrylic resin, appeared in many colours and styles of jewelry during the 1940s and 1950s.
The most misunderstood shower accessory of all time: the loofah! It does not come from the sea. It is not an animal. Luffa is a genus of tropical and subtropical vines that are part of the same family as cucumbers, squash, pumpkins and other gourds. It grows in tropical climates or other places that have, at least, a 110-day long warm season.
The most misunderstood shower accessory of all time: the loofah! It does not come from the sea. It is not an animal. Luffa is a genus of tropical and subtropical vines that are part of the same family as cucumbers, squash, pumpkins and other gourds. It grows in tropical climates or other places that have, at least, a 110-day long warm season.
There is no real difference between Acrylic and Lucite, Lucite is just the best version of acrylic on the market. Lucite, a form of acrylic resin, appeared in many colours and styles of jewelry during the 1940s and 1950s.
Over the last decade, jewelry items made from non-traditional gold alloys, called intermetallic compounds, have been gaining popularity. Many colours of gold are now possible including blue, purple, and black gold.
Owning a piece of history is a remarkable experience. Whether it's a captivating ring, an exquisite hairpin, or a dazzling bracelet worn by a stylish individual from a bygone era, it connects us to our collective past. Estate jewelry holds a treasure trove of antiques waiting to be worn and admired. Whether you're seeking fashion-forward pieces or timeless vintage gems, navigating the terminology of yesteryears can be daunting. Our estate jewelry glossary is your ultimate guide to exploring vintage and antique jewelry for your collection.
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Women's brooches for dress, blouse, sweater, jacket, scarf and even your hat.
This Memory Wire Bracelet accommodates wrists up to 7" in circumference, featuring a blend of black and clear medium to large glass seed beads, interspersed with an assortment of larger glass and metal fashion beads and charms. Wearing this bracelet will help you to express your special and unique personality as it delivers a distinct uniqueness and...
Young teen? This bracelet features faceted semi-clear glass beads 8-mm x 5-mm separated by 2-mm glass beads with a focal point composed of 2 clear glass beads each measuring 18-mm x 10-mm surrounding a unique berry-like arrangement of 9 6-mm round glass beads. The bracelet has a measurement of 3-1/4" diameter but with its stretch fits up to a 7" wrist....
This single strand pearl bracelet is made with 18 10-mm glass pearls with a sparkly focal round rhinestone bead. The bracelet has a measurement of a 3-inch diameter but with its stretch fits up to a 6-1/2" wrist. It pairs well with our Aria necklace. Very Nice Vintage Condition - No detrimental issues to disclose other than any included in the...
This 3-strand pearl bracelet is made with 70 8-mm glass pearls with a 6-rhinestone and metal spacer bar. The bracelet has a measurement of 2-3/4 inch diameter but with its stretch fits up to a 6-1/2" wrist. It pairs well with our Aria necklace. Very Nice Vintage Condition - No detrimental issues to disclose other than any included in the description...
Measuring 7.62 cm (3") long x 2.54 cm (1-3/8") wide, this versatile silver-tone brooch can be worn diagonally, horizontally or vertically for a unique accessory! So stylish with its shiny surface, this high-quality costume jewelry piece has a good, working pin-back and is in very good vintage condition!
Stunning Vintage Coro Curled Oak Leaf Brooch. Brooch Measures 2 1/2 Inches by 2 Inches. Features a Unique Style With Curled or Folded Over Leaves at the top, offering a realistic look with dimension. Silver Tone Metal. Rotating Safety Clasp. Marked "Coro". Excellent Condition.
Exquisite Lapis Lazuli 3-piece set consisting of a matinee length (24 inches or 609.6mm) 33 tear-drop shaped stone necklace; a matching 9 stone bracelet that loosely fits a 7" wrist; and, a matching set of pierced earrings each consisting of one tear-drop shaped stone surmounted by 3 silver-tone 3mm beads. Both the necklace and the bracelet have an...
Pristine 14" (355.6mm) choker length 44 bead 8mm faux pearl necklace. Knotted in between each pearl for security and protection of each bead. Features a stunning natural 15mm x 10mm blue cabochon pendant set in a gold tone metal sweep topped by 3 rows of brilliant cut rhinestones. Silver slip-through clasp for closure of necklace suggests that this...
Striking 56" opera length necklace with matching stretch bracelet in 8-mm glass pearls. The necklace sports 159 8-mm pearls knotted between each for extra security and protection of the individual pearls. The bracelet is also composed of 8-mm pearl beads 2-1/4" in diameter but fits up to a 2-1/2" diameter wrist. Please see full description below for...
Vintage eye-catching single rhinetsone bracelet on a gold-tone metal alloy platform. No visible wear. No visible damage. Light weight.
Vintage clip-on pearl and diamond chip earrings. A flawless 6mm pearl is surrounded by 8 diamond chips set in silver flower petals.
Chic and stylish genuine quartz stretch bracelet made of large polished quartz stones separated by 4mm square rhinestone rondelles. This eye-catching bracelet goes with any outfit or occasion. Threaded on sturdy elastic beading thread allows this spiritually relaxing bracelet to fit a wide range of wrists up to 2-1/2" in diameter. The polished stones...
Chic and stylish genuine onyx stretch bracelet made of large polished onyx stone chips. This beautiful bracelet goes with any outfit or occasion. Threaded on sturdy elastic beading thread allows this spiritually relaxing bracelet to fit a wide range of wrists. The polished chips have a silky smooth and cool feel making them incredibly comfy to wear....
Contemporary non-magnetic hematite Princess length necklace composed of 76 drum beads with a 13 ship-bead pendant The centre pendant beads are in graduated lengths from 12 mm to a 20 mm centre bead. Silver metal alloy screw clasp. Please see full details below for further information.
Pleasing, graceful necklace of 2mm intertwined 2-tone faux pearls. This necklace is 57.15 cm (22-1/2") long and can be worn as a single strand full-length necklace or doubled as shown in our photos. Either way this necklace is a classic. Please see the full description, below, for further details.
Vintage classic tear-drop dual pearl clip-on earrings. Simple elegant pearl tear drop earrings . They are in excellent vintage condition.
Vintage romantic bow brooch set with pearl and joined to a lover's locket with secret photo compartment.
Vintage glamorous wide-band silver-coloured metal stretch fashion bracelet loaded with 198 sparkling rhinestones.
Beautiful vintage 4-strand glass pearl choker composed of 200 4mm pearls with 4 strand separators bearing 32 rhinestones. This is a very classy choker in great condition that will show well at all important social functions. It is 12 inches in length with a 3-1/3" extender and a lobster clasp closure. Please see more details, below.
Vintage 3-strand faux pearl choker with show stopping 24 mm by 18 mm pearl and rhinestone centre piece. Sophisticated style. It's layers of perfect pearls are comparable in beauty to real pearls. They have similar shine and weight. Top strand is 18" in length. The bottom strand is about 19" long, allowing for stylish drape of necklace.
Pristine 34-1/2" length 8mm 98 glass pearls necklace. Knotted in between each pearl bead for security and protection of each bead. Silver slip-through clasp for closure of necklace suggests that this necklace was original made for an up market. Please see below for full details.
Magnetic hematite fashion stretch bracelet. Magnetic hematite possesses a strong force of positive energy that may help to improve your body's circulation and assist in healing your body naturally. Please read the full description of this piece, below.
Very pretty vintage set of 2 brass bangle bracelets. Each bracelet has been sculpted in a different style. Each bracelet is about 6.6675 cm (2-5/8") in diameter and each can also be worn as a single. No visible wear. No visible damage. Very light weight. Could also be paired up with our 6-Bracelet Brass Bangle.
Elegant vintage earrings of an oblong-shaped pearl surrounded by gold tone metal studded with pave set rhinestones.