Costume Jewelry Books

Good Evening! As I slowly recover from an enormous down-sizing move, I realize I have more "treasures" than I thought (boxes within mislabeled boxes with things like Steuben, etc. in them - found a gold aurene stick vase this afternoon.) Over time, I may ask for a little assistance on items I need a little help on after researching on my own.

I also seem to have acquired, one way or another, too much costume jewelry. A few pieces I think may have some value. I was wondering if someone could recommend a couple of reference books to accompany my internet research. I realize that prices are likely inaccurate in an older book, but I'm more interested in identifying pieces and learning about them. Most of these pieces range from (guessing) 1940's - 1980's. Thanks in advance for any recommendations.

 

Had you seen this thread at the top of the jewelry forum?
https://www.antiquers.com/threads/jewelry-id-library.452/

As for books, it would help if we knew what area you are interested in knowing about.

I have several I like, but they deal with different areas.

 

The more modern jewelry is tough. Books are usually devoted to older jewelry, certain makers and styles, etc. I think the best thing you could do is look for maker's marks and search ebay for the pieces. If you need help, we are here. Post pictures!

 

WOW!!!! EVEN I had never seen that stack of links at the top of the Jewelry Forum!!!!!!! WHAT a Treasure FULL!!!

 

For a general costume jewelry book, I don't think you can beat Julia C. Carroll's: Collecting Costume Jewelry 303

 

There is no such thing as too much costume jewellery.

Signed, Smaug.

 

Thanks!