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Amethyst & Filigree Art Deco Earrings
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage EarringsStunning and elegant, these Art Deco earrings feature faceted, pale-amethyst-glass teardrop pendants. Each is capped with beautiful silver-tone filigree. A faceted, round diamanté sits at the ear lobe, and a row of tiny stones dot the space in between. Although some of these accents have darkened, they are not visible when the earrings are worn. The screw-backs can be modified for pierced ears. Scroll down to see the perfect Art Deco bracelets to wear with these gorgeous jewels.$ 245 -
Amethyst & Pearl Drop Earrings
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage EarringsThese vintage amethyst earrings are long and luxurious. They feature faceted glass teardrop pendants dangling from silver-tone paper-clip chain. Tiny faux pearls and a lantern-shaped amethyst bead accents each chain. These 1920s jewels are the epitome of the glamour and style of the Art Deco era, yet they remain modern and elegant. The screw-backs can be modified for pierced ears. This pair looks wonderful with amethyst Art Deco bracelets – scroll down to see a selection.$ 295 -
Amethyst & Sterling 1920s Bracelet
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage BraceletsThis vintage amethyst bracelet from the 1920s is a variation of the era’s line bracelet. Instead of the typical channel-set stones, this jewel's emerald-cut, pale-amethysts are prong-set atop open-back sterling-silver cups. This classic Art Deco bracelet closes with a concealed clasp. The glass stones are a lovely color, and the construction allows the light to pass through. This piece looks elegant with Art Deco necklaces in variations of this regal hue — scroll down to see a selection.$ 275 -
Amethyst & Sterling Bracelet by Foster & Bro.
1920s Jewelry, Foster & Bro. Jewelry, Vintage BraceletsThis sterling amethyst bracelet is a popular style from the 1920s. It features four faceted, cushion-cut, deep-amethyst-glass stones. They are set in open-back, vertical frames that alternate with horizontal oval panels and narrower links. This lovely, well-made jewel by a less-known maker closes with a clasp that hooks onto the last link. A lush, regal color that’s versatile and easy to wear. Scroll down to see several coordinating pieces.$ 195 -
Amethyst Art Deco Pendant Necklace & Earrings
1920s Jewelry, Costume Jewelry Sets / Parures, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage Earrings, Vintage NecklacesThis dainty Art Deco pendant necklace with matching earrings features faceted, princess-cut amethyst-glass stones. They are mounted in a light-weight, chromium- or rhodium-plated setting with filigree accents. The necklace has a paper-clip chain with an old-fashioned filigree clasp. The earrings are all-original screw-backs, but they can be modified for pierced ears. Pick an Art Deco amethyst bracelet to complete this elegant day or evening look – scroll down to see examples.$ 295 -
Amethyst Bangle Bracelet
1920s Jewelry, Vintage Bracelets, Wachenheimer Bros. JewelryThis amethyst bangle bracelet from the 1920s has faceted, square-cut glass stones channel-set in sterling silver with engraved edges. This piece is wider and more substantial than its contemporaries. In fact, its size, weight, design, and components are nearly identical to one of my own Lady Gloria Hinged Bracelets by Wachenheimer Brothers. This piece is unsigned on the tongue (where Diamonbar bangles were marked), so I can't be sure. Either way, this bracelet is so beautiful and well-made that you won't be disappointed. It was made for a slim wrist, so please note the inside circumference (6 3/4″) and check your wrist size before purchasing this piece. Scroll down to see some lovely complementary Art Deco earrings and necklaces.$ 425 -
Amethyst Chicklet-style 1920s Necklace
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage NecklacesThis 1920s necklace of faceted, square-cut amethyst-glass stones set in silver-tone frames with a delicate chain closes with a filigree fish-hook clasp. This style has taken on the modern-day term chicklet. Please note that the color saturation of the stones is even ― any differences in the photos are due to lighting. This necklace walked the runway at Toronto Fashion Week for Spring 2019. Scroll down to take a look at coordinating amethyst bracelets.$ 295 -
Amethyst Molded Glass Necklace with Drop
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage NecklacesThis charming 1920s Art Deco necklace features a centerpiece of six amethyst-molded-glass plaques. A seventh plaque is a drop suspended with an amethyst-glass bead flanked by tiny pearls. The delicate paper-clip chain was very popular during this era. This necklace closes with a spring-ring clasp. This jewel is lovely with a V-neckline. Scroll down to see amethyst Art Deco bracelets to wear with this pretty piece.$ 195 -
Aquamarine 1920s Necklace
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage NecklacesThis vintage aquamarine necklace has watery-blue-glass stones set in etched-silver-metal frames. The stones are faceted on top and have pointed bottoms. This stunning, well-made 1920s Art Deco classic closes with a spring-ring clasp. The frames and links may be sterling, but only the clasp is marked. This lovely jewel, from my personal collection, would suit someone who looks best in cool colors. Scroll down to see an aquamarine Art Deco bracelet to wear with this beautiful piece, as well as the same style necklace with crystal.$ 345 -
Aquamarine, Diamanté & Sterling Art Deco Bracelet
1920s Jewelry, Unknown (Maker's Mark is Unknown), Vintage BraceletsThis vintage aquamarine bracelet features pyramid-shaped glass stones alternating with links of diamanté. The setting is sterling silver with a spring-ring clasp. Although this lovely and versatile piece is signed, I cannot identify the maker. This bracelet was made for a slim wrist. Please note the bracelet length (6 3/4") and check your wrist size before purchasing this piece. Scroll down to see some coordinating pieces.$ 295 -
Black Bakelite & Diamanté Dangle Earrings
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage EarringsThese vintage Bakelite earrings are unusual. The pendants in black Bakelite (or other plastic from the 1920s) are embellished with a silver painted design and inlaid diamanté. A sterling chain connects each drop to a diamanté-centered black bead designed to adorn the earlobe. These all-original screw-back earrings can be modified for pierced ears. Light-weight and easy to wear, this fun pair works well for off-duty and business-casual wear. Scroll down to see a selection of Art Deco bracelets to wear with these jewels.$ 195 -
Blue Art Glass & Diamanté Drop Earrings
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage EarringsThese vintage drop earrings feature blue art-glass teardrops with faint striations and filigree caps. They fall from links of baguettes and round diamanté set in silver-tone metal. The original screw-backs were converted to sterling silver ear wires with lever backs for pierced ears by my expert jeweler. These unusual Art Deco earrings are a lovely shade of blue. Although the diamanté are ageing, the blue stones – which are the star attraction – are perfect. I bought these earrings for my personal collection, but I'm reluctantly offering them for sale. They're the perfect adornment for a woman who looks best in cool colors.$ 225 -
Blue Bead 1920s Fringe Necklace
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage NecklacesThis 1920s beaded necklace has clusters of blue opaque-glass beads dangling from rectangular brass links. This fun Art Deco jewel has lots of movement and is great for casual and office wear. This necklace closes with a spring-ring clasp. It’s perfect for a round or scooped neckline, and a woman who looks best in cool colors.$ 195 -
Blue Blown Glass Bead Necklace with Rings
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage NecklacesThis vintage glass bead necklace has clusters of blown-glass beads in shades of blue wound together with wire and linked with clear glass rings. Although the spring-ring clasp doesn’t provide a clue to the necklace’s origin, I believe it was made in Europe. This piece was recently restrung by my expert jeweler. This wreath-like jewel from my personal collection is a lovely topping to a round-neck garment and the perfect colors for women who dress in a cool palette. Scroll down to see a similar necklace with peach-glass beads.$ 425 -
Blue Chalcedony Teardrop Earrings
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage EarringsThese blue chalcedony teardrop earrings feature blue-purple (glass?) stones suspended from silver chains. These 1920s Art Deco pendants are from my personal collection. The original screw-backs were converted to sterling silver ear wires with lever backs for pierced ears by my expert jeweler. This stone isn’t easy to find. These versatile earrings are simply elegant!$ 295 -
Blue Glass Bead Necklace from France
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage NecklacesThis frosted blue glass bead necklace has gold-tone metal-disk spacers strung on chain. This elegant and versatile 1920s French Art Deco piece closes with a bee-hive-shaped, screw-in clasp. The beads are unusual, and the look is classic. A lovely design for round necklines, and a great hue for women who look best in cool colors.$ 195 -
Blue Glass Flower & Diamanté 1920s Choker Necklace
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage NecklacesThis 1920s choker necklace is formed by clusters of delicate blue-glass-flower-shaped beads with white glass centers that alternate with clusters of diamanté. Three rondelles form the screw-in closure. This necklace, which was probably made in France in the 1920s, has been restrung by my expert jeweler. What a knockout! Wear it with real or faux diamond stud earrings and you’ll own any room you enter! A great jewel for women who look best in cool colors.$ 695 -
Camphor Glass & Chrysoprase Bead Sautoir
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage NecklacesThe slender, barrel-shaped beads in this camphor glass necklace are flanked by small, round chrysoprase beads. Each trio is connected with tubular white-metal links that form a Y. At the bottom is an inverted V-shaped white-metal element that is embellished with marcasites and that holds five rows of fringe. This lovely 1920s sautoir is lightweight. It closes with a box clasp and safety catch. This wonderful Art Deco jewel – which I believe originated in Europe – is from my personal collection. Scroll down to see the perfect earrings to wear with this jewel.$ 345 -
Carnelian, Onyx, Marcasite & Sterling German Bracelet
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage BraceletsThis marcasite bracelet has faceted carnelian and onyx glass stones set in sterling silver panels in an Art Deco design. This piece is an excellent example of high-quality German craftsmanship of the 1920s-1930s. Based on its width, I'm dating this bracelet to the 1920s, when bracelets were narrow and worn in multiples. This piece has a concealed clasp with a safety catch and was part of my personal collection.$ 325 -
Chrysoprase & Crystal Art Deco Dangle Earrings
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage EarringsThese Art Deco dangle earrings feature two faceted, oblong chrysoprase (glass?) stones with a faceted, round collet-set crystal at the bottom. Each stone is separated by a ring link, so there’s plenty of movement here. The original screw-backs were converted to sterling silver ear wires with lever backs for pierced ears by my expert jeweler. Note that although the open-back bottom crystals appear dark in the first photo, they are, in fact, clear and sparkly (as in the second photo). Scroll down to see a number of chrysoprase pieces that would compliment these earrings. This apple-green color is fabulous for women who look best in warm hues.$ 225 -
Chrysoprase & Sterling Drop Earrings by Wachenheimer Bros.
1920s Jewelry, Vintage Earrings, Wachenheimer Bros. JewelryThese chrysoprase and sterling drop earrings by Wachenheimer Bros. have square and oblong stones. By the end of the 1920s, the company was marketing Wachenheimer Real Stone Jewelry with their company name instead of the Diamonbar trademark. The original screw-backs were converted to sterling silver lever-backs for pierced ears by my expert jeweler. Scroll down to see other chrysoprase Art Deco pieces to wear with these lovely earrings.$ 295 -
Chrysoprase, Marcasite & Sterling German Brooch
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & PinsThis Art Deco marcasite brooch has three faceted chrysoprase (glass?) stones set in sterling silver. It exhibits typical German construction and their aesthetic of the 1920s-1930s. The 935 mark refers to a higher silver content than the sterling standard, which is 925 parts per 1000 – not uncommon in German pieces of the era. This brooch was in my personal collection and was among the first pieces I bought when I focused on Art Deco jewelry. You can wear this petite jewel at the throat of a blouse or on the collar of a jacket to great effect. Scroll down to see Art Deco chrysoprase earrings that look lovely with this piece. This green is lovely on women who look best in warm colors.$ 175 -
Chrysoprase, Onyx, & Ruby Disk Choker with Rondelles
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage NecklacesThis statement choker necklace features faceted, opaque chrysoprase-, onyx- and ruby-glass disks and rondelles. The components are strung on metal chain. The necklace closes with a screw-in clasp formed by two of the disks. Based on the construction of this piece, I think it is European in origin. As often happens with necklaces made like this one, the chain has stretched. I don’t recommend having a jeweler cut the excess – just keep it at the back. This multi-colored, versatile necklace can be worn with many Art Deco jewels, depending on the color you wish to emphasize — scroll down to see a selection. Or wear your real or faux diamond studs to complete the look.$ 225 -
Citrine & Crystal 1920s Tiered Necklace
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage NecklacesThe design and construction of this tiered necklace, a variation on the 1920s chicklet-style, is first class. Golden yellow, square-cut glass stones alternate with oblong crystals to form the necklace and tiered centerpiece. Round dangling citrine-glass stones add the movement that was so essential in the Art Deco era. All of the stones are faceted and mounted in decorated, silver-tone metal. The construction makes me think this piece was made in Europe. This divine jewel, which I initially purchased for myself, closes with a spring-ring clasp. Scroll down to see a number of Art Deco earrings and bracelets to wear with this piece.$ 475
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1920s Jewelry
This unique selection of 1920s jewelry includes long earrings, long and short necklaces, narrow bracelets, and brooches. Originally designed for the flapper, these jewels are equally stylish today. Many 1920s costume pieces were made from materials such as white metals, clear and colored glass stones and beads, faux pearls, diamanté, and marcasites, in imitation of fine jewelry. Filigree pieces in white and gilt metal were also popular. Colorful early plastics (Celluloid, Bakelite, and Galalith) were fashioned into novelty pieces at this time. Jewelry in the Art Deco style made its debut in the 1920s. Read more about 1920s jewelry and fashion.
This unique selection of 1920s jewelry includes long earrings, long and short necklaces, narrow bracelets, and brooches. Originally designed for the flapper, these jewels are equally stylish today. Many 1920s costume pieces were made from materials such as white metals, clear and colored glass stones and beads, faux pearls, diamanté, and marcasites, in imitation of fine jewelry. Filigree pieces in white and gilt metal were also popular. Colorful early plastics (Celluloid, Bakelite, and Galalith) were fashioned into novelty pieces at this time. Jewelry in the Art Deco style made its debut in the 1920s. Read more about 1920s jewelry and fashion.