Old Vintage Jewelry is Beautiful and Stylish
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Rummaging Through Grandma's Vintage Jewelry Box
When I was a little girl, I loved to play dress up. When my Nana would let me rifle through her jewelry box was the best time for me.
I pretended that the precious gems were jewels found on a sunken pirate's ship, treasures unearthed from a pirate's map, or a case of jewelry suited for the Queen.
Earrings, necklaces, pins, and rings all for me! On every finger, on each lobe, on my chest, and between my toes, I was adorned in jewels.
Walk with me down memory lane...
I pretended that the precious gems were jewels found on a sunken pirate's ship, treasures unearthed from a pirate's map, or a case of jewelry suited for the Queen.
Earrings, necklaces, pins, and rings all for me! On every finger, on each lobe, on my chest, and between my toes, I was adorned in jewels.
Walk with me down memory lane...
Is it Vintage or Antique?
Vintage jewelry is considered vintage at 20+ years.
Antique jewelry is considered antique at 50+ years.
Vintage Jewelry Classification
Classifying Antique Vintage Jewelry by Date
Georgian Period 1714-1830
For the love of English kings named George. This style of Antique Vintage Jewelry is adorned with stones set in rococo style. Rococo styling is ornate, almost rocky looking, and curvy.
Early Victorian 1837-1860
Mid-Victorian 1860-1880
Late Victorian 1880-1901
The Victorian period was named for Queen Victoria. The jewelry from this era was classically styled, classicism, and nature themed. Cannatille and Repousse designs originate during the Victorian period.
Cannatille is an elaborate twisting and entwining of golden strands.
Repousse pieces are large solid forms with raised and fluted edges.
Art Nouveau 1880-1914
Established at the World Fair in Paris, 1900, Art Nouveau is decorative. Look for intricate detail in patterns and curving lines.
Arts and Crafts 1890-1914
Arts and Craft styling is simple and clean. Quality workmanship shines in Arts and Crafts pieces. This style boast figures, flowers, and some complicated knotted designs.
Edwardian 1901-1910
Named for Queen Victoria's son Edward, the Edwardian period marks his reign as King. This Antique Vintage jewelry looks lacy and is feminine in style.
Art Deco 1920-1935
The Art Deco style is geometric, clean, and crisp. The design is symmetrical, precise, and full of rich bold colors.
Retro Period 1935-1945
During the Retro period, jewelry goes Hollywood! The jewelry boasted large stones and took on some of the characteristics of earlier periods, just on a grand scale.
Modern 1945-Today
After the over the top styling of the Retro period, jewelry downsized for the Modern period. Modern jewelry is representative of change--socially, politically, and economically--and is often called "cocktail" jewelry. The style is artistic, silvery, and molded after the decorative arts.
(Information from What is Estate Jewelry?)
Georgian Period 1714-1830
For the love of English kings named George. This style of Antique Vintage Jewelry is adorned with stones set in rococo style. Rococo styling is ornate, almost rocky looking, and curvy.
Early Victorian 1837-1860
Mid-Victorian 1860-1880
Late Victorian 1880-1901
The Victorian period was named for Queen Victoria. The jewelry from this era was classically styled, classicism, and nature themed. Cannatille and Repousse designs originate during the Victorian period.
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Cannatille is an elaborate twisting and entwining of golden strands.
Repousse pieces are large solid forms with raised and fluted edges.
Art Nouveau 1880-1914
Established at the World Fair in Paris, 1900, Art Nouveau is decorative. Look for intricate detail in patterns and curving lines.
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Arts and Crafts 1890-1914
Arts and Craft styling is simple and clean. Quality workmanship shines in Arts and Crafts pieces. This style boast figures, flowers, and some complicated knotted designs.
Edwardian 1901-1910
Named for Queen Victoria's son Edward, the Edwardian period marks his reign as King. This Antique Vintage jewelry looks lacy and is feminine in style.
Art Deco 1920-1935
The Art Deco style is geometric, clean, and crisp. The design is symmetrical, precise, and full of rich bold colors.
Retro Period 1935-1945
During the Retro period, jewelry goes Hollywood! The jewelry boasted large stones and took on some of the characteristics of earlier periods, just on a grand scale.
Modern 1945-Today
After the over the top styling of the Retro period, jewelry downsized for the Modern period. Modern jewelry is representative of change--socially, politically, and economically--and is often called "cocktail" jewelry. The style is artistic, silvery, and molded after the decorative arts.
(Information from What is Estate Jewelry?)
From Nana's Jewelry Box
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mcochs
Nov 8, 2010 @ 8:26 am | delete
- Awesome lens! Loved the earrings especially!
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partybuzz
Dec 7, 2009 @ 7:22 am | delete
- Beautiful jewelry! I have some vintage jewelry myself. :-) Lensrolled with my Vintage Decorating Ideas.
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mrgvintage
Oct 2, 2009 @ 9:29 pm | delete
- Enjoyed your lens. Couldn't agree more about vintage jewelry. Please stop by and visit my lens that's been newly posted.
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jade25
Sep 30, 2008 @ 12:22 pm | delete
- A treasure chest exactly! Me newbie;how do you get e-bay pics so small? Great info!
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enslavedbyfaeries
Jun 30, 2008 @ 8:53 pm | delete
- I loved to look through my grandmother's old boxes of treasures and remember how fun it was. Great lens!
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