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The Best in Vintage Rhinestone Jewelry
Rhinestones were originally extracted from rock crystals that were deposited with the rocks on the shores of the river Rhine in Austria. They are also obtained naturally in other countries, and their beauty, sparkle and their colors made them popular as items for jewelry. However with time, these naturally occurring rhinestone sources were reducing in their capacity to support the growing demand as they became popular and in great demand.
This led to the development of several techniques for cutting normal glass into several facets or the polishing of the bases of cut glass with a silver and gold polish that gives them the character of precious stones like diamonds. Therefore, while some vintage Rhinestone jewelry may fall in the class of those that were naturally extracted from the river beds and from shores, many of those that you will come across may have been produced by the techniques of glass cutting or coating which developed into a line of specialty in jewelry manufacture.
Vintage rhinestone jewelry is found today in antique shops, specialty jewelry shops and in various online shops. They are set into all kinds of accessories and pieces. They are usually found as ornaments on timepieces, brooches, rings, wedding tiaras, necklaces and bracelets, you name it.
Though cheaper than diamonds, vintage rhinestone jewelry can give you the benefit of a diamond sparkle for a more affordable price. When looking for vintage rhinestone jewelry, there are a few things to be watchful about. For example you will find that significant differences occur between the rhinestones that are obtained naturally and those that were artificially produced. Asking questions about their provenance and nature will help in identifying their differences and in making your choice.
Some of the pieces come with a certificate of authenticity that represents the designers if they are known and this is usually enough to qualify them as genuine vintage pieces. Like most vintage jewelry, the signed pieces are less risky to purchase and of better value as collector’s items. This is because there are rogues that will try to pass counterfeit modern jewelry as antiques in an attempt to rip off the unsuspecting. In cases where they are not signed, and you absolutely love the piece, getting it evaluated by an expert can give you confidence in your acquisition.
While there are some designers whose workmanship can be identified, there are many others that are not known who have nonetheless left a legacy of authentic vintage Rhinestone jewelry with their own unique style. Therefore let your instinct and tastes guide you as you explore the world of antique rhinestone jewelry, knowing that there is much to discover and savour in their beauty. A few of the names to watch out for are; Napier, Monet, KJL, swarowski, maison gripoix among others.
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Empress Necklace by Kenneth Jay Lane
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Kenneth Jay Lane MIDNIGHT ROSE Necklace Earrings SET KJL Avon Vintage $3.25 |
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KJL Single Necklace Enhancers $5.99 |
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Vintage BIG Bold & CHUNKY KJL Kenneth Jay LANE Golden CHOKER Necklace SIGNED $9.95 |
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KJL KENNETH JAY LANE DOUBLE STRAND CREAM SIM PEARL NECKLACE W/ STATUS CLASP $9.99 |
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SIGNED KJL KENNETH LANE Ram Lucite bead Long Necklace $9.99 |
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KENNETH JAY LANE KJL pink crystal glass pearl necklace $9.99 |
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KENNETH J LANE KJL FOR AVON SOPHISTICATED LADY WINDSOR 1987 RAMS HEAD NECKLACE $9.99 |
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Kenneth Jay Lane KJL Inaugural Pearl Necklace Multi-Colored & Stud Earrings $9.99 |
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Kenneth Jay Lane CAPRIANTI NECKLACE Earrings Set 4 Ps KJL Avon $9.99 |
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KJL Stately Simulated Pearl Necklace $14.99 |
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VTG KJL KENNETH J LANE ENAMEL GOLD BOW PIN NECKLACE BRACELET BEAD PEARL ENHANCER $14.99 |
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FAB & GLAM KJL Designer KENNETH Jay LANE Coral JADE Beaded NECKLACE Signed NWOT $16.50 |
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KJL Necklace 3 Row Goldtone Chain Necklace/Metallic Goldtone Faux Peal Dangles $19.95 |
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Kenneth Jay Lane KJL 2009 Inaugural Ball Glass Pearl Necklace w/ BONUS Bracelet $19.99 |
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KJL KENNETH JAY LANE OVAL BEAD ANDROS NECKLACE W/SIM CORAL CLASP $19.99 |
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KJL INTERCHANGEABLE 5 JEWELED CABOCHON PENDANT NECKLACE GOLDTONE SIGNED $19.99 |
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Vintage Necklace Kenneth Lane Signed Antique GoldTone HUGE Links 40″ KJL $20.00 |
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KJL KENNETH J LANE TURQUOISE COLOR BAUBLE & BEADS DESIGNER NECKLACE $24.00 |
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KJL KENNETH JAY LANE 60″ PURPLE CRYSTAL & SIM PEARL NECKLACE $24.00 |
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KENNETH JAY LANE KJL TROPICAL RAIN FOREST SIMULATED PEARL NECKLACE/EARRING SET $24.00 |
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VINTAGE KJL 1987 KENNETH J LANE FOR AVON DOUBLE RAM’S HEAD NECKLACE $24.77 |
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BEAUTIFUL KJL KENNETH LANE MULTI-COLORED FAUX PEARL NECKLACE $24.99 |
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Kenneth J Lane KJL Gold Plate Single Girl’s Floating Crystal Romance Necklace $24.99 |
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Kenneth J Lane KJL Single Girl’s Floating Crystal Romance Adjustable Necklace $24.99 |
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VINTAGE KJL KENNETH JAY LANE NECKLACE INTERCHANGE COLORS $24.99 |
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KJL Heart Inter-Changeable Necklace/ $25.99 |
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KENNETH JAY LANE KJL BAR HARBOR GEOMETRIC LINK TWO-TONE NECKLACE BRAND NEW $28.00 |
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KJL KENNETH JAY LANE TONDELEO MOTHER OF PEARL CIRCLE DISC NECKLACE & EARRING SET $28.00 |
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KJL Kenneth Jay Lane-Gold Necklace $29.00 |
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KENNETH JAY LANE KJL BRIOLE FACETED CRYSTAL ADJUSTABLE SILVERTONE NECKLACE NEW $29.00 |