| Antique gold jewelry is not just in, it's IN in a very | | | | and are used along with chains for pocket |
| big way. From Hollywood stars who admit they | | | | watches. |
| thrift to work-from-home moms who do their | | | | Earrings |
| shopping via eBay, vintage gold pieces has | | | | Among women, Native American dangling earrings |
| become a staple in the style file of the very | | | | are very popular and highly sought. |
| fashionable. This is not a surprise, however, to | | | | Rings |
| those who have vintage gold pieces. Vintage | | | | Bands for both women and men are available. |
| pieces do not only have a story behind them, | | | | They come in gold or sterling, and sport a wide |
| they have rich details that minimalist or simplistic | | | | variety of Native American designs. They may |
| contemporary styles do not. | | | | also be accented with precious or semi-precious |
| Here are some of the most popular items of | | | | stones, among them mother-of-pearl and |
| western antique gold jewelry that are being worn | | | | turquoise. |
| today. | | | | Necklaces |
| Cuff Bracelets | | | | Necklaces are less common vintage pieces but |
| Thick cuff bracelets with Native American or | | | | there are nonetheless quite a handful to choose |
| Mexican designs are popular for their beauty and | | | | from, among them beaded necklaces, Native |
| rich detailing. Common motifs include horses, | | | | American-styled necklaces, and western-themed |
| bighorn sheep, cowboys, and steer. | | | | pendants. |
| Cuff Links | | | | How old should a piece be for it to be considered |
| These usually come engraved and are accented | | | | vintage? It depends. As a rule of thumb, |
| with precious and semi-precious stones such as | | | | however, any piece that is older than 25 years |
| rubies. | | | | can be considered antique gold jewelry. So go |
| Watch Fobs | | | | ahead and choose your vintage piece. You are the |
| These come in various styles, from fobs that | | | | expert on what truly makes you shine. |
| celebrate icons like the Hanging Judge to horses, | | | | |