Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Kate Matthams Spencer is a Paris-based writer who covers jewelry. Vintage jewellery makes a thoughtful and unique Christmas gift.

Vintage and antique jewelry from iconic and influential heritage houses appeal to those who love the ethos, aesthetic, and craftsmanship of a bygone era.

Whether it’s a head-turning costume necklace from the 1970s or a piece of fine jewelry that predates the Victorian era, vintage and antique jewelry will always have its place in modern fashion.

A host of jewelry insiders share their memories of vintage pieces and their insider knowledge when it comes to purchasing special items, including Tim Mendelson, the former personal assistant to ...

Jewelry has been treasured since ancient times, with amazing baubles found at archaeological sites around the world dating ...

Gorgeous collectible vintage costume jewelry can add a wow factor to any outfit. Not only are the pieces beautiful, but they're more affordable than their fine jewelry counterparts. What's more, some ...

The cost of a piece from the past won’t reflect the recent steep rise in gold prices, and the weak U.S. dollar may help international buyers, too. By Tanya Dukes The jewelry industry has been having a ...

“They found those photographs, and they are just diligent in bothering me,” she says with a laugh, adding that some would simply persist until she changed her mind about letting them go. An 18-karat ...