Invaluable
APRIL 22, 2024
Queen Victoria ’ s reign lasted between 1837 and 1901, during which her tastes and preferences in everything from clothing to jewelry informed those of her court, the upper classes and the general public in the UK. Antique Mizpah Brooch. Sold for $35 AUD via Albion Antique Auction Centre (March 2024). Auctioneers (May 2023).
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JULY 29, 2024
An art deco jabot pin decorated with a carved rock crystal cat face and embellished with diamonds set in precious metal. My introduction to rock crystal jewelry came early in my buying and selling “career” when I ran across a set in the original box at an estate sale. An Elco rock crystal jewelry set in its original box.
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Old Crows Antiques
JUNE 17, 2022
Finally, the monochromatic tones and stark lines of the aughties are gone, giving way to a warmer and, let's face it, cozier approach to decorating your home. And the best thing about this return to color and comfort is that it's sustainable, too—styling your rooms with antique and vintage pieces is good for the environment and your budget.
Invaluable
MARCH 10, 2025
These small objects, carved from oyster shells and semi-precious stones, or made from gold for the upper classes, were often worn in clothing, on a string as a pendant, or as part of a bigger jewelry piece. Sold for 4,600 GBP via Apollo Art Auctions (December 2024). Sold for 2,000 GBP via Apollo Art Auction s (January 2022).
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JUNE 11, 2024
One of the hottest summer trends will be Bridgerton -inspired tea parties, so expect Regency antiques and vintage tea-related pieces to be popular, especially those with a floral motif. Bridgerton has brought attention to its rich cultural scene, marked by advancements in fashion, fine arts, literature, and music.
Invaluable
APRIL 3, 2024
Chinese art, with varieties as expansive as its history is long, is among both the most daunting and rewarding of categories to begin collecting. As China becomes a more powerful force in the world, more and more people have become interested in Chinese antiques,” says John Schofield, head of the Asian Arts Department at Eldred’s. “In
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MARCH 27, 2024
This “Juliana” by DeLizza & Elster costume jewelry brooch is decorated with both margarita and rivoli stones with “watermelon” coloring. After writing about peacock eye glass recently, I started thinking about several other types of stones that can add value to even the most ordinary pieces of vintage costume jewelry.
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