My Must Have: Antique Jewelry

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For over 25 years, my parents owned the county's only pawnshop. We had musical instruments, electronics, and weapons, but we specialized in jewelry. As a result of decades of staring at the variety of treasures in our cases, I developed a deep love for the craftsmanship involved in antique jewelry. From hand-cut diamonds to delicate platinum basketwork, modern jewelry couldn't hold a candle to these beauties. Pre-WWII jewelry was a particular favorite -- Art Deco geometry, Art Nouveau fantasy, and Victorian decadence.



Antique Turquoise



The hand-cut gems, the delicate gold work, and the item's history all converge together to make antique jewelry special. And a special item can provide a simple outfit with a pop.

Bright Pants, Antique Earrings



Scroll through the gallery below for some of my favorite (and crazy-expensive) antique jewelry on Polyvore.



Comments

Jennifer Wells said…
The South Bend farmers' market has an antique jewelry stand by the big coffee place where you can buy caramel apples. You probably already knew that, though! I found a gorgeous opal ring there once.
July 2, 2012 at 11:14 AM
Jael Paris said…
I did not know this! Field trip!
July 2, 2012 at 5:31 PM
Rachel said…
Love this post. It's so you :)
July 7, 2012 at 2:29 PM
palmandpineblog said…
Love the mint/coral color combination ;) Happy Monday!

<3, natasha @ twenty-something blog
July 9, 2012 at 2:58 PM
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