The 10 Best Places to Shop for Antique and Vintage Jewelry Online

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The charm of antique and vintage jewelry is irresistible. The refined jewels tell the stories of bygone eras and the allure of timeless craftsmanship. The dazzling designs also instantly add a sense of individuality and personality to the simplest of outfits. The first step to finding that vintage gem of your dreams is to find a reputable jeweler.While you may think you need to shop in person, there are a number of renowned galleries and boutiques that offer an expansive range of antique pieces online. Many times these dealers have gemologists and historians on staff who evaluate each piece to make sure only the top-of-the-line jewels make it to their well-curated sites. Whether you're not so casually browsing for a one-of-a-kind engagement ring or looking for a statement-making necklace from the Victorian era, these websites will kick-start your historic jewelry collection. Read on to discover the best places to shop for antique and vintage jewelry online.

1stDibs

As one of the leading online marketplaces for extraordinary design, it's no surprise that 1stDibs offers a fantastic selection of antique and vintage jewelry. Each seller has been thoroughly vetted by in-house experts ensuring users are buying only original and impeccably-crafted pieces. Shop the site for one-of-a-kind gems like this darling vintage necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels.

Keyamour

After spending years working for companies such as Christie's and Fred Leighton, Dana Kiyomura launched her own jewelry company in 2015 that specializes in antique, rare, and vintage jewels. Keyamour offers an eclectic mix of historic pieces specifically chosen to complement the modern woman. You'll find everything from signed Tiffany pieces to Georgian-era brooches and necklaces.

Farfetch

You may know Farfetch for its impeccable selection of luxury fashion and beauty goods, but the digital marketplace also has a curated collection of pre-owned vintage jewelry. Be on the lookout for designer pieces such as classic Chanel earrings from the 1970s to Cartier bracelets that can be traced to the Art Deco era.

Etsy

When in doubt, you can always turn to the jewel box of Etsy. At a click of a button, you're able to browse through vintage gems and antique treasures from reputable jewelers from across the world. One of our favorite dealers is Boudoir Vintage Bijoux, who has a dazzling collection of European jewelry.

M.S. Rau

New Orleans-based shop M.S. Rau has been a favorite of VERANDA editors for its fine art, antique, and jewelry galleries. The shop's expert gemologist carefully curates the jewelry boutique, offering only the most vibrant and coveted jewels. Shop for antique bracelets and rings featuring precious gems and stones from across the world.

Sotheby's

Leading auction house Sotheby's makes it easy for jewelry collectors to find that one-of-a-kind ring or necklace with their own online marketplace. Their world-class selection includes hundreds of antique and vintage pieces, from unique unbranded accessories to designs from top jewelry houses.

Macklowe Gallery

Macklowe Gallery has been a purveyor of 20th-century decorative arts, from Tiffany lamps to Victorian pendants, for nearly 50 years. While their Park Avenue gallery is a must-visit, you can shop their range of antique jewelry from famed houses, like Boucheron, David Webb, and Bulgari, all online.

Lang Antique & Estate Jewelry

Lang Antique & Estate Jewelry has been a leader in the industry since it was established in 1969. The San Francisco-based boutique has gemologists, historians, and curators on staff to verify the history of each piece that makes it on the shop floor and their online marketplace. For any lovebirds looking to tie the knot, check out Lan'g expansive collection of vintage engagement rings and wedding bands.

Erica Weiner

Erica Weiner first launched her eponymous brand in 2007, which featured handmade pieces inspired by historic silhouettes. Later in the early 2010s, Weiner and her business partner Lindsay Salmon began culminating a collection of antique jewels and quickly pivoted to selling these unique finds. Today, the brand is known for its offerings of rare antique jewelry from the 17th to 20th centuries, as well as whimsical modern pieces.

Doyle & Doyle

Sisters Irene and Elizabeth Doyle established their famed New York boutique in 1998 after spending their youth obsessed with their grandmother's jewelry collection. Doyle & Doyle's online shop showcases a range of vintage and antique designs that manage to feel modern.

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