Antiques and Decorative Arts Jewelry Material 
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).
WorthPoint
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.
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
WorthPoint
MARCH 29, 2024
Her collection of jewelry, especially the eye-catching bracelets she wore frequently, was massive. Seeing those sparkly bangles got me thinking about collecting and dealing in celluloid jewelry and the highs and lows the stewards of those items encounter. Some celluloid was made to imitate natural materials like ivory or horn.
WorthPoint
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.
WorthPoint
MAY 4, 2024
The next time she met with Iraqi officials, Albright wore a snake pin, sending a diplomatic message: “Don’t tread on me,” proving that a well-chosen piece of jewelry can literally be a statement piece. In today’s world, where every moment is captured with digital precision, antique and vintage cameras still hold much appeal.
Art Peritus
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Whether collecting fine art, antique furniture, jewelry, wine, automobiles, or memorabilia, “caveat emptor” (buyer beware) will always be the primary rule to follow. Spotting fake antique furniture and decorative art nowadays is becoming increasingly difficult thanks to modern technology.
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
98 
Let's personalize your content