Ruby 1920s Pendant Necklace with Chicklets
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage NecklacesThis delicate 1920s pendant necklace is another variation of the chicklet-style so popular in the Art Deco era. This piece has a beautifully-faceted, rectangular ruby-glass stone suspended from a smaller, oblong-shaped stone along with three chicklets on each side of the chain closest to the center drop. The metal is silver-tone and unmarked. This necklace closes with a spring-ring clasp. I don’t usually like pendants, but this one is special! It’s perfect for a v-neckline.USD$195.00USD$195.00
Ruby Bead & Rondelle Pinwheel Brooch
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & PinsThis pinwheel brooch has ruby-glass beads wired in a spiral and adorned with channels of diamantés. A large ruby-glass bead sits on top. Frank Hess designed a nearly identical dress clip for Miriam Haskell circa 1940, but his had diamantés only on the front. This brooch has them on both sides. The trombone clasp tells me this piece was made in Europe. The beads and filigree back make me think it's from France. Real or faux diamond ear studs are the perfect accompaniment for this charming and unusual jewel.USD$295.00USD$295.00
Ruby Bead Necklace
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage NecklacesThis ruby bead necklace has single and clusters of poured-red-glass beads separated by clear-glass disks. Made in the 1920s-1930s, this lovely and versatile piece closes with a filigree fish-hook clasp. At 18 inches, this necklace is longer than most of its contemporaries.USD$295.00USD$295.00
Ruby Glass Bead Necklace with Rondelles
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage NecklacesThis vintage red glass bead necklace with rondelles is probably from France. The uniformly-sized beads were molded in the shape of melons, a popular style in the 1920s-1930s. Wear this piece as a single long strand of 33 inches, or double it with a necklace shortener or ribbon tied at the back. Either way, you’ll love the deep-red color and the substantial quality of these beads. This necklace from my personal collection has been professionally restrung. Just add simple diamond studs to complete your look.USD$595.00USD$595.00
Ruby Pendant Earrings
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage EarringsThese ruby red earrings from the 1920s are long (2 1/2″) and luxurious. They feature a large, faceted drop suspended from silver-tone metal links and a collet-set round matching stone. The original screw-backs were converted to sterling silver ear wires with lever backs for pierced ears by my expert jeweler. Richly-colored earrings like these are a great jewelry wardrobe staple, especially for women who love Art Deco and long earrings!USD$275.00USD$275.00
Sapphire Bead & Rondelle Pendant Earrings
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage EarringsThese sapphire blue drop earrings are classy and long. Each has a blue rondelle (I had never seen a colored one before!) sandwiched between a pair of faceted, sapphire-glass beads. They are capped at each end with decorated silver-tone metal, and the pendants are suspended from silver-tone chain. A small diamanté is designed to adorn each earlobe. These all-original screw-back earrings can be modified for pierced ears. The backs of the screws are marked sterling, but I don’t know if the rest of the silver findings are as well. These lovely earrings can be worn anywhere, anytime and are perfect for those who like cool colors. Scroll down to see faux sapphire pendant earrings already converted for pierced ears. This pair is a wonderful something blue for a bride!USD$295.00USD$295.00
Sapphire Bead Art Deco Drop Earrings
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage EarringsThese Art Deco drop earrings are a 1920s design with faceted sapphire-glass beads suspended from each end of chain. These earrings 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. These earrings are simple, yet versatile and noticeable. The color is perfect for women who like to wear cool hues.USD$295.00USD$295.00
Sapphire Bi-color Bead Art Deco Pendant Earrings
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage EarringsThese Art Deco pendant earrings are wonderfully unusual. Each features a large, faceted, bi-color glass bead. Its top is clear, and the bottom is a deep-sapphire-blue. A small glass bead is at the center of the silver-tone links, and a silver-tone filigree knot is at the earlobe. These all-original, long (2 1/2″) earrings are dainty, yet full of life. The screw-backs can be modified for pierced ears. The screws are marked "sterling", but I don’t think the rest of the findings are.USD$295.00USD$295.00
Sapphire Brooch with Diamantés by Schreiber & Hiller
1930s Jewelry, Schreiber & Hiller Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & PinsThis sapphire brooch has three curved links of diamantés between each one with blue-glass stones. At 3” long, this wonderful Art Deco piece is a quarter-inch-high half-dome backed by a flat metal plate. This lovely 1930s bar brooch closes with a roll-over safety clasp. Scroll down to see a selection of diamanté bracelets made in Germany in the same decade to wear with this jewel.USD$245.00USD$245.00
Sapphire Chicklet & Enamel 1920s Necklace
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage NecklacesThis faux sapphire necklace has faceted, square-cut, blue-glass chicklets alternating with glass stones molded in a step pattern. The result is an Art Deco classic. The two blue-enamel links on each end make me think this piece is European in origin. This necklace closes with a spring-ring clasp. The original silver-tone finish is worn in places on the piece, so much of the brass is showing. Because the focus is the gorgeous blue stones, this slight blemish doesn't detract in any way from the beauty of this jewel. This elegant necklace is versatile and timeless, and from my personal collection.USD$345.00USD$345.00
Scarab Brooch in Sterling by Walter Lampl
1920s Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & Pins, Walter Lampl JewelryThis scarab brooch has sterling silver branches, leaves, and settings that support the flowers of molded glass stones in the colors of chrysoprase, tiger's eye, carnelian, amethyst and clear quartz. The playful design celebrates this quintessential Art Deco motif, which was inspired by ancient Egypt. This colorful and versatile piece has a roll-over safety clasp. Walter Lampl's jewelry is coveted by collectors because of its high quality. Scroll down to see a scarab bracelet as well as coordinating earrings to wear with this jewel.USD$345.00USD$345.00
Silver Link 1930s Ikora Bracelet by WMF
1930s Jewelry, Vintage Bracelets, WMF JewelryAn unusual example of vintage German jewelry, this silver link Machine Age bracelet was made by Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik (WMF). This German company is best known for its Art Nouveau and Art Deco silver-plated tableware. This silver-plated link bracelet from the Ikora line closes with a concealed clasp. The warm patina is the result of the oxidation process the jewelry department used in its manufacturing. This wonderful bracelet is attractive, yet neutral enough to be worn with a variety of attire for a range of day and evening activities. Scroll down to see some Machine Age necklaces to wear with this piece.USD$245.00USD$245.00
Silver Ring Bib Necklace
1930s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage NecklacesThis Art Deco bib necklace is an unusual 1930s piece. It is formed by embossed silver-tone rings connected with embossed links that suggest the appearance of inset stones. The bib portion is an additional two strands, which form a wide V-shape in the front. This piece closes with an older style spring-ring clasp. A versatile necklace for a woman who looks best in cool colors.USD$195.00USD$195.00
Sterling Flower 1930s Necklace by Fahrner
1930s Jewelry, Fahrner Jewelry, Vintage NecklacesThis Theodor Fahrner necklace has scrolled filigree-topped flower petals and decorative links that illustrate the high quality of this maker’s work and the elegant simplicity of their design. This charming sterling silver piece has a touch of gilt remaining on the petals. This necklace closes with a spring-ring clasp. Even the link that attaches to the clasp is decorated! Scroll down to see a gorgeous Fahrner bracelet to wear with this lovely necklace from my personal collection.USD$795.00USD$795.00
Turquoise Bead & Silver Chain Long Necklace
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage NecklacesThis long turquoise bead necklace features round and tubular-shaped glass beads in various sizes connected with silver-tone chain. Today we’d call this piece a station necklace. When I bought it for my personal collection, I had my expert jeweler add the spring-ring clasp. The photos show this 47” piece worn doubled; if you have a slim neck, you could also wear it tripled!USD$295.00USD$295.00
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Vintage Art Deco Jewelry
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.