Vintage costume jewelry is a collectible item that also holds novelty and sentimental value for many people.
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What are some common characteristics of art nouveau vintage costume jewelry.
While it is sometimes labeled as junk fake or fashion jewelry antique and vintage costume jewelry often incorporates workmanship and materials on par with and sometimes better than fine jewelry.
The art nouveau era that lasted from about 1895 to 1910 saw many pieces created featuring flowers and winged insects.
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The 20th century brought about a sea change in how jewelry was perceived and used.
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This style of jewelry is categorized separately from fine jewelry as it is made of inexpensive materials and imitation gems.
One new type of costume jewelry seen during this period was double clip brooches.
Many materials including sterling silver wood leather bakelite lucite natural shells plaster and ceramic were used to create antique costume jewelry necklaces brooches bracelets ear clips and double clip brooches during this decade.