Women's vintage jewelry
Pre-owned vintage women's jewelry: timeless elegance
Vintage jewelry embodies an elegance that contemporary creations struggle to match. Each Art Deco daisy ring, each diamond-set cocktail ring, tells the story of an era when jewelry-making reached its zenith. At Castafiore, our passion for vintage women's jewelry leads us to select exceptional pieces from the 19th century to the 1970s: Art Deco jewelry, emerald or sapphire daisy rings, and rare platinum and diamond pieces.
The world of vintage women's jewelry
Vintage jewelry is defined by its characteristic style from a bygone era, covering the period from the beginning of the 20th century to the 1980s. Vintage women's jewelry is distinguished by its iconic motifs: geometric shapes and platinum diamonds for Art Deco, generous volumes for the retro era.
Art Deco: The Golden Age of Vintage Jewelry
Art Deco, which flourished between 1920 and 1940, revolutionized Parisian jewelry with its bold geometric forms. Art Deco rings combined diamonds with colored gemstones such as emeralds and sapphires. The daisy ring, with its central diamond surrounded by a crown of stones, became the emblem of this era. Art Deco jewelry favored platinum and diamonds for their brilliant whiteness.
Daisy ring: the iconic vintage jewel
The daisy ring has been a timeless design since the 19th century. Its central stone (diamond, emerald, sapphire, or ruby) is surrounded by a halo of diamonds reminiscent of daisy petals. The emerald daisy ring, with its deep green contrasted by the brilliance of the diamonds, embodies timeless elegance. The sapphire daisy ring offers a refined alternative with its blue hues. Art Deco daisy rings are distinguished by their platinum settings.
Cocktail ring: the bold vintage jewel
The cocktail ring emerged in the 1940s and 50s as a bold, generously sized piece of jewelry. A cocktail ring might feature a multi-carat emerald surrounded by diamonds or a monumental cabochon sapphire. These vintage cocktail rings reflect the exuberance of the post-war era with their sculpted volumes in yellow gold. These vintage women's jewelry pieces are eye-catching collector's items.
Buying vintage women's jewelry: a buyer's guide
Acquiring vintage jewelry requires specialized expertise to guarantee authenticity. At Castafiore, each ring and pair of vintage earrings undergoes rigorous authentication: verification of French hallmarks, style analysis, and gemological expertise.
Criteria for the authenticity of vintage jewelry
Hallmarks are the first indicator: every piece of gold or platinum jewelry must bear the French hallmark (eagle for 18-karat gold, dog's head for platinum) and the jeweler's maker's mark. The style of manufacture reveals the era: Art Deco jewelry favors platinum and geometric shapes. Our expert firm examines each daisy ring and cocktail ring to certify its authenticity.
Prices of vintage women's jewelry
The price of vintage jewelry depends on the period, the carat weight and quality of the stones, and the condition of the piece. Art Deco platinum and diamond jewelry is particularly sought after. A daisy-shaped emerald ring with a 2-carat center stone naturally commands a higher price than a model with a 1-carat stone.
Castafiore: your expert in pre-owned vintage jewelry
Each piece in our collection, whether it's an Art Deco sapphire daisy ring, an emerald and diamond ring, or vintage earrings, reflects our exacting standards. We select only authentic jewelry in excellent condition, rigorously inspected. Whether you're looking for a cocktail ring or an Art Deco piece, our team will guide you toward the creation that will enhance your style with the timeless brilliance of Parisian jewelry.