Jade Bead Dangling Earrings
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage EarringsThese vintage jade earrings from the 1920s are fashioned from small jade-glass beads that hang from five brass chains. They are suspended from a domed larger jade-glass button designed to fall at the earlobe. Lots of movement here! These all-original Art Deco earrings have screw-backs, which can be modified for pierced ears.USD$295.00USD$295.00
Jade Drop Earrings
1930s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage EarringsThese jade drop earrings are made from molded glass that simulates carved stone. Lusciously-detailed with a silver-tone metal cap, each pendant has small jade-glass beads that lead to the stone at the earlobe. The setting is silver-tone metal. These all-original earrings have screw-backs, which can be modified for pierced ears. Jade was a very popular element in Art Deco jewelry. A soft color for today's woman who likes to wear warm hues.USD$295.00USD$295.00
Lapis & Silver Pyramid Necklace
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage NecklacesThis lapis and silver pyramid necklace has molded sugar-loaf glass stones set in silver-tone frames alternating with silver-tone triangular plaques. This motif illustrates the world's fascination with all things Egyptian in the 1920s. This necklace, which closes with a spring-ring clasp, was in my personal collection.USD$295.00USD$295.00
Lapis & Ivory Galalith Bead Necklace by Louis Rousselet
1920s Jewelry, Louis Rousselet Jewelry, Vintage NecklacesThis vintage lapis necklace is another example of Louis Rousselet’s "puzzle" designs. The mottled-blue-glass beads and spacers are interspersed with interlocking ivory and lapis Galalith barrel-shaped beads, all strung on chain. This French Art Deco jewel closes with a barrel clasp. Several examples of necklaces with these unique beads can be seen in Ginger Moro's European Designer Jewelry. This gorgeous piece was part of my personal collection. I guarantee you’ll love wearing it.USD$495.00USD$495.00
Lapis Bead Czech Drop Earrings
1930s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage EarringsThese lapis drop earrings have a pair of glass beads, each capped with flower-petal-shaped metal. The lower bead is 1/2-inch in diameter. The size and color make these pendants a bit bolder in effect than Art Deco pieces from the 1920s. The original screw-backs were replaced with sterling silver posts for pierced ears by my expert jeweler. Scroll down to see a selection of Art Deco jewels to wear with these earrings. Perfect for those who like to wear cool colors.USD$275.00USD$275.00
Lapis Bead Necklace with Chrome
1930s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage NecklacesThis lapis bead necklace has at its center cobalt-glass beads, pierced-chrome balls, and blue-plastic rings. Decorative chrome links dotted with an additional bead on each side complete this 1930s Bauhaus-inspired treasure. It closes with a barrel clasp. This piece is probably European in origin and is perfect for women who like to wear cool colors. Scroll down to see a selection of bracelets that compliment this fabulous and fun jewel.USD$295.00USD$295.00
Lapis Panel 1930s Pendant Earrings
1930s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage EarringsThese lapis blue earrings are formed from molded-glass panels that look like carved gemstones. The flower motif in the blue-glass pendants is present in the silver-tone metal components that connect the pendant to the earring top. These all-original, unusual earrings have screw-backs, but they can be modified for pierced ears. Because these Art Deco earrings are 2″ long and bold (the glass panels are 3/4-inch squares), I would wear these drops with only an Art Deco bracelet – scroll down to see a selection. This versatile color is perfect for those who like to wear cool hues.USD$295.00USD$295.00
Lipstick-Red Glass Drop Earrings with Diamantés
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage EarringsThese red glass drop earrings are most likely European in origin. The lipstick-red marquise-shaped stones are set in white metal with diamanté accents. These all-original earrings have ear wires with lever backs for pierced ears and are constructed of an unknown metal. Wear this fun pair to off-duty activities and on casual-business-attire days for a change of pace.USD$295.00USD$295.00
Marcasite & Sterling German Bracelet
1930s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage BraceletsThis marcasite bracelet is extraordinary! With its classic buckle motif, this magnificent and hard-to-find piece has excellent articulation and loads of sparkle. This substantial sterling silver bracelet is an outstanding example of 1930s German craftsmanship and a real knockout! This jewel was part of my personal collection, and I am reluctantly offering it to a new owner. Scroll down to see the perfect pair of Art Deco crystal and marcasite earrings to quietly compliment this piece — or wear it alone to make an unforgettable statement.USD$1,495.00USD$1,495.00
Onyx & Enamel 1920s Drop Earrings
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage EarringsThese black onyx drop earrings are probably Czech in origin. A delicate black-and-white-enamel-flower on a silver-tone filigree triangle connects the large, oval pendant to the faceted round stone at the earlobe. These elegant all original screw-back earrings can be modified for pierced ears. Scroll down to see a selection of coordinating pieces for this versatile and unique pair.USD$275.00USD$275.00
Onyx & Chrysoprase Bead Necklace
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage NecklacesThis chrysoprase bead necklace with polished green-glass disks in the front half has onyx-glass disks in the back. The focal point is formed with black-glass beads that are thicker, faceted and graduated in size. This vibrant Art Deco piece, in a striking color combination, closes with an older concealed clasp that looks like a narrow tube. You could emphasize either color by wearing chrysoprase or onyx Art Deco earrings and/or bracelets – scroll down to see a selection. This necklace has so many possibilities!USD$295.00USD$295.00
Onyx & Crystal Art Deco Bar Brooch
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & PinsThis Art Deco bar brooch is formed from faceted, rectangular onyx-glass and crystal stones. Each end has a faceted, onyx-glass triangle. The silver-tone metal setting has cut-outs, creating a checkered pattern with the stones. They are all open-back, and the workmanship is superb. The trombone clasp and unusual design tell me this brooch is European in origin. I think the setting is sterling silver, but the mark is unreadable. Scroll down to see Art Deco earrings and bracelets that coordinate beautifully with this jewel. Black-and-white, so popular in the Twenties, never goes out of style!USD$295.00USD$295.00
Onyx & Sterling Link Bracelet
1920s Jewelry, Unknown (Maker's Mark is Unknown), Vintage BraceletsThis onyx and silver bracelet has seven faceted, oval glass stones prong-set and mounted on oval frames joined with links. The stones are 1/4″ high and have points in the center. The setting is sterling silver with a spring-ring clasp. This well-made Art Deco piece, which is longer than most of its era, is signed. However, I can’t determine the maker’s name. Scroll down to see several onyx pieces that complement this jewel.USD$345.00USD$345.00
Onyx, Diamanté & Sterling 3-Row Bracelet by Wachenheimer Bros.
1930s Jewelry, Vintage Bracelets, Wachenheimer Bros. JewelryThis Wachenheimer sterling, 3 row bracelet has a line of faceted, round onyx-glass stones on either side of a center row of diamantés. The bejeweled fold-over clasp, which joins the harp-shaped link at each end, was used by this maker in the early 1930s, when they were no longer using their Diamonbar trademark. This bracelet was made for a slim wrist. Please note the bracelet length (6 7/8") and check your wrist size before purchasing this piece. Scroll down to see a great selection of Art Deco pieces to wear with this lovely jewel.USD$345.00USD$345.00
Onyx, Diamanté & Sterling Bar Brooch by Fishel, Nessler
1920s Jewelry, Fishel, Nessler Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & PinsThis black and white Deco brooch has the popular color combination and geometric motif that were the epitome of style in the 1920s. This timeless sterling silver jewel by Fishel, Nessler closes with a simple C-clasp. In addition to the maker's mark, the back of the piece references a patent issued to the company on April 4, 1908, for an improved method of bead-setting stones. Scroll down to see a sterling line bracelet by the same maker with the same colors as well as other Art Deco bracelets to wear with this jewel.USD$295.00USD$295.00
Onyx, Diamanté & Sterling Bracelet by Fishel, Nessler
1920s Jewelry, Fishel, Nessler Jewelry, Vintage BraceletsThis black onyx bracelet with diamanté accents is an Art Deco classic. Each faceted, square-cut stone is set in its own sterling silver box. This early line bracelet (called a flexible bracelet in its day) has a concealed clasp with a safety catch. You can wear this piece alone or with two other vintage bracelets, as shown in the last photo. Scroll down to see a sterling bar pin in black and white by the same maker as well as other coordinating Art Deco pieces. Or wear this bracelet with more contemporary jewels.USD$195.00USD$195.00
Onyx, Diamanté & Sterling Wachenheimer Bros. Bracelet
1930s Jewelry, Vintage Bracelets, Wachenheimer Bros. JewelryThis Wachenheimer Bros bracelet has faceted, square-cut onyx-glass stones channel-set in sterling silver, with engraved edges and diamanté-studded clasps. This jewel was made in two sections, with identical fold-over clasps in both places. The type of clasp dates this piece to the early 1930s, after the company stopped using their Diamonbar trademark and near the end of their production. This bracelet was made for a slim wrist, so please note the bracelet length (6 7/8″) and check your wrist size before purchasing this piece. The last photo shows it along with two other line bracelets – bracelets like these were commonly worn in multiples. Scroll down to see their details as well as other onyx jewels to wear with this lovely one.USD$345.00USD$345.00
Onyx, Marcasite & Sterling Earrings by Wachenheimer Bros.
1920s Jewelry, Vintage Earrings, Wachenheimer Bros. JewelryThese black onyx dangle earrings in sterling silver are part of the maker's Wachenheimer Real Stone Jewelry line, launched in the late-1920s. They feature a faceted, square stone set with a top border of marcasites and suspended from a marcasite-encrusted slim sterling bar. A square-cut, prong-set onyx sits at the earlobe. These all-original screw-back earrings can be modified for pierced ears. This pair in the "Geometric" pattern was advertised in the November 9, 1929 issue of Vogue. Scroll down to see a selection of onyx Art Deco pieces to wear with these versatile and stylish jewels.USD$295.00USD$295.00
Peridot, Crystal & Sterling Art Deco Bangle
1920s Jewelry, Vintage Bracelets, Wachenheimer Bros. JewelryThis Art Deco bangle from the 1920s has faceted, square-cut stones channel-set in sterling silver with engraved edges. Open-back peridot glass alternates with colorless crystals, which sparkle when the light shines through. The materials, construction and quality are consistent with bangles made by Wachenheimer Bros. but unusual in color. I've called the green peridot because it's lighter than emerald. This jewel is unsigned because the tongue portion of the clasp (where this company's bangles were marked DIAMONBAR STERLING) was missing when I bought it. The clasp has been expertly repaired by my jeweler and now fastens securely. A lovely Art Deco bracelet from my personal collection to wear alone or as part of a stack of bracelets.USD$395.00USD$395.00
Pink Glass Bead Necklace with Rings
1920s Jewelry, 1930s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage NecklacesThis vintage glass bead necklace has clusters of small pale-pink beads wound together with wire and linked with large clear-glass rings. This Art Deco jewel from my personal collection looks like a garland when worn. The materials, construction, and barrel clasp make me think this necklace was made in Europe. A unique and classy piece that creates a lovely and memorable topping to a round-neck garment, any time of year. See my favorite model wearing this beautiful jewel in this blog post.USD$475.00USD$475.00
Red & White Beaded Flower Brooch
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & PinsThis beaded flower brooch was made in the 1920s. It has round red and white glass beads of various sizes set in concentric circles. Molded-glass flowers in the same colors sit at the top. The components are wired together by hand and sewn onto two layers of brass-tone filigree. The trombone clasp tells me this Art Deco jewel was made in Europe. The construction and design make me think it's from France. What a charming piece!USD$195.00USD$195.00
Red Bakelite Brooch with Chrome
1930s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & PinsThis red Bakelite brooch is crafted from a cylinder of red plastic (Bakelite or Galalith?) wrapped in chrome. This Machine Age design reminds me of the work of the German maker Jakob Bengel. Early plastics were often combined with other materials during the 1930s. This piece closes with a simple C-clasp. Scroll down to see the perfect Machine Age bracelet to wear with this fashionable and fun brooch.USD$195.00USD$195.00
Red Bead Chandelier Earrings
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage EarringsThese red bead earrings are deliciously long (3 1/4") and fun to wear. Three chains dotted with bright red glass form these Art Deco chandeliers. The glass stone set at the earlobe and all but the bottom row of beads are faceted; the bottom ones are round balls. These all-original earrings have screw-backs which can be modified for pierced ears. Some of the beads have minor flaws, but none is visible when this pair is worn. Lots of movement here! Make your fashion statement with this unusual pair.USD$295.00USD$295.00
Red Glass Double-Hoop Czech Earrings
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage EarringsThese Art Deco Czech earrings are fun! They have two red-glass hoops dangling from long brass filigree findings. This type of filigree was used extensively by Czech makers during the 1920s. These unusually long (3″), all-original earrings have screw-backs and lots of movement. These earrings can be modified for pierced ears. Wear them with distinction for off-duty activities and business-casual days.USD$275.00USD$275.00
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About Vintage Art Deco Jewelry
This vintage Art Deco jewelry is characterized by clean lines, geometric forms, stylized Egyptian themes – e.g., scarabs, pharaohs, and hieroglyphics – fruit salads, abstract designs, and dramatic, contrasting colors. The pendant earrings, long and short necklaces, brooches, bracelets, dress clips, and double-clip brooches in this collection were made with faux pearls, crystal and richly-colored-glass stones and beads, shimmery stones (marcasites and diamantés), early plastics, and enamel. If you think you need to dress like a character from The Great Gatsby to wear this stunning jewelry, think again: its appeal has endured for over a century. And the quality of these 1920s-1930s European and North American makers is unsurpassed.
About Vintage Art Deco Jewelry
This vintage Art Deco jewelry is characterized by clean lines, geometric forms, stylized Egyptian themes – e.g., scarabs, pharaohs, and hieroglyphics – fruit salads, abstract designs, and dramatic, contrasting colors. The pendant earrings, long and short necklaces, brooches, bracelets, dress clips, and double-clip brooches in this collection were made with faux pearls, crystal and richly-colored-glass stones and beads, shimmery stones (marcasites and diamantés), early plastics, and enamel. If you think you need to dress like a character from The Great Gatsby to wear this stunning jewelry, think again: its appeal has endured for over a century. And the quality of these 1920s-1930s European and North American makers is unsurpassed.