Antique and Vintage Jewellery Designs

What is the difference between antique and vintage?

The term ‘vintage’ is used to describe styles that existed from the 1920’s to the 1980’s. Vintage jewellery can either be a reproduction of an original item or designed in the style of something that existed or it can be the actual genuine item. Vintage style jewellery is more ornamental and makes use of smaller decorative diamonds.

The term ‘antique’ is usually applied to jewellery that was made before 1920. Antique jewellery styles are named after the time period in which they were first created. Many antique styles continue to influence jewellery design today and are even reproduced at the request of discerning jewellery buyers. Antique style engagement rings were both elegant and delicate, made with great care and attention to detail.