Antique Costume Jewellery

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Antique costume jewellery is generally made with less valuable materials including glass, plastic, base metals, and synthetic stones; these pieces of jewellery are very flashy and expensive depending on the design and make. Costume jewellery is normally used for fashion purpose as opposed to the precious antique jewellery which is primarily used as collectible or investment purpose. Charming pieces of antique costume jewellery add a touch of charm to any outfit and your personality. Getting its name from being used in stage costumes, these flashy pieces of jewellery can vary from vintage designs to latest fashion accessories and jewellery with inexpensive imitation stones. Silver, brass, bronze, copper are some of the metals used to manufacture antique look jewellery.



Style and Design

Antique costume jewellery is available in a vast range, right from casual wear delicate stone studded chains to heavily studded formal necklaces in multicolored stones and gems, from antique gold charm coin link bracelets to gorgeous stone beaded bracelets. Available in every possible colour combination, these eye catching pieces are a must have for fashion conscious.



Market for Antique Costume Jewellery

The market for antique finish costume jewellery is expanding as a response to sharp increase in the demand for flashy jewellery pieces which are not very expensive. Large number of these designer pieces are being exported the world over; especially in US and UK. Both local players as well as designer brands are getting into manufacturing costume jewellery to tap the ever increasing demand.



Source: Antique Crafts
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