Vintage Jewelry Pro

I’ve always loved the look and subtle glow that radiates from amber.  But, I never really thought much more about amber until I began to do some research for this post.  For example, I didn’t know that amber is actually fossilized resin (which is different from sap).  And, I didn’t know that it comes in a variety of colors including purple!  I learned a whole lot about amber at Amber Earrings Jewelry.  I suggest that you check out this website to gain some really interesting information about amber. 

On a metaphysical level, amber is said to have a lot of uses.  It is supposed to heighten creativity and turn negative energy into positive energy.  Some also say that it heals physical conditions such as headaches, digestive disorders, and bone problems.  And, according to other sources, wearing amber can even be used to attract romantic love. 

Regardless of why you choose to wear it, amber vintage jewelry adds an earthy and sensual touch to any outfit.  If you’re looking for something truly unique, take a peek at this charm necklace from Charmed by Lisa:

This vintage charm necklace is designed using a mixture of vintage charms.  The result is, as you can see, just fabulous!  The third charm from the right is a heart shaped vintage charm made of amber.  And, the first charm on the left is a small amber heart.  The vintage piece is titled ‘Autumn’ and certainly evokes the feel of the season.

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Yes! There’s plenty of vintage jewelry out there for Hippie Chicks. And, the best thing about being a hippie chick is that the vintage pieces you buy are generally lower in price than older pieces.

Although there’s room for debate, the ‘hippie’ generation began in the early 1960’s and lasted through the mid-1970’s. While there was a lot of turbulence and upheaval during this era, there was also plenty of room for love and peace and creative expression.

Hippies were also known as ‘flower children’ and many young women wore flowers in their hair and the vintage earrings and necklaces and other jewelry from that time often incorporated floral themes.

So, let your hair down, let loose, and let your creative hippie chick out now and then.

There are a few fantastic 1960’s vintage pieces available from the Rusty Zipper at the time of this writing.

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If you know even a little bit about vintage jewelry then you know that the variations and themes are endless. It would simply be impossible to categorize and discuss them all in one place. However, it’s safe to say that most readers will be aware that there are vintage rings, vintage brooches, vintage earrings, and other basic vintage pieces that can be worn on a regular basis. However, there are other treasures that we don’t hear about as much when buying and researching vintage items. For example, how many of us know anything about vintage sash buckles?

A vintage sash buckle is used to hold together a sash. A sash is generally made of cloth and is most often used around the waist in the same manner as a belt. Unlike a belt buckle, a sash buckle is usually a separate piece that is not permanently attached to the sash itself. This allows you to use the buckle with as many different sashes as you desire. I strongly urge you to consider purchasing one of these vintage baubles to add to your wardrobe. They are extremely versatile and lots of fun to wear!

Another often overlooked vintage gem is the swizzle stick. They were carried by both men and women before the turn of the century. They came into popular use with the introduction of sea-going passenger ships. Most often men had them available to swirl in a lady’s glass of champagne in order to reduce carbonation. There were several benefits of this swirling action. First, the reduced carbonation made it less likely that a lady would find the need to belch. Second, it reduced the likelihood of sea sickness. Finally, the powder or rouge on a woman’s face was not disturbed by flying bubbles. Although not technically a piece of jewelry, these vintage pieces can be creatively used today to add a touch of whimsy to your collection. For example, they can easily be used as hair sticks. They come in beautiful shapes and styles made of silver and gold.

And, speaking of hair ornaments, don’t forget to look for vintage hairpins, hair combs, hair sticks, and other hair ornaments while you’re shopping for vintage pieces. The variety of vintage hair accessories is startling and you can find these items available for use with any type of hair style. The great thing is that they are available for purchase in a variety of price ranges so you will undoubtably find something within your budget.

Other fun and unusual vintage baubles include bridal bouquet holders and perfume bottles. Some of these are absolutely exquisite as they are often very intricate in detail and design. Of course, you will only use the vintage bouquet holder once but you may certainly pass it down to your children. Perfume bottles will last a lifetime and using them adds a touch of luxury to the everyday routine of getting dressed.

Believe it or not, the items listed in this article are just some of the more unusual vintage pieces. However, this is not an exhaustive list by any means. Perhaps we’ll take a look at some additional items in a future post.

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What is vintage jewelry?

Many of us hear the word vintage and tend to think it means “old.”  And, sometimes that is true.  But jewelry doesn’t necessarily have to be old to be vintage.  Vintage jewelry usually describes jewelry created from the 1920s through the 1970s.  However, some say that the term really relates to jewelry created after the 1940s.  And, there are those who feel the term applies to some pieces created as late as the 1980s.  So, the time period that defines vintage jewelry is somewhat fluid and will vary depending upon who you ask about it.

Vintage jewelry describes many types of jewelry and includes costume jewelry as well as fine jewelry.  It can be made of gold or silver or rhinestones.  But these are just a few materials that you might see in vintage earrings, necklaces, bracelets and rings.

The marvelous thing about this type of jewelry is that it not only comes in all shapes and sizes, it also comes in all price ranges.  You can spend just a few dollars on a great piece of vintage costume jewelry.  Or, you can purchase a more expensive fine vintage piece.

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