You could go crazy shopping for vintage jewelry on eBay.  Whether you’re looking for vintage costume jewelry or fine vintage jewelry, eBay has it all.  From vintage necklaces, brooches and earrings to vintage engagement and wedding rings, eBay is a great place to find that perfect piece of vintage jewelry.  You can find every era and style of jewelry represented on eBay.  With Edwardian, Retro and Georgian vintage jewelry to Art Deco, Victorian, Art Nouveau and vintage reproductions to choose from, eBay has it all.

Know Your Vintage Jewelry

Before you begin shopping for vintage jewelry on eBay, educate yourself on what you’re looking for.  Whereas vintage jewelry is jewelry made after the 1940’s, antique jewelry is usually defined as being a 100 years old or more.  If you’re looking for antique jewelry, don’t shop for vintage and vice versa. 

There are also vintage reproductions available.  Likewise, if you’re shopping for genuine vintage jewelry, do not buy a reproduction because it isn’t the same thing.  Vintage reproductions look the same as vintage jewelry, but they are significantly less expensive.

If you’re buying a genuine piece of vintage jewelry, look closely at the photos and don’t be afraid to ask questions.  Vintage jewelry is an investment.  Furthermore, you’ll find that prices may vary drastically due to condition.  If a seller has a like new piece of vintage jewelry in it’s original box, you’ll be paying a heck of a lot more then you would for a piece in fair condition.  It all depends upon your budget and what you’re looking for.

Find a Vintage Jewelry on eBay

Once you know the vintage jewelry you want, start searching under the eBay jewelry & watches category.

• Categories: The primary Categories list gives links to related listings. For example, if you search for jewelry & watches, you'll find links to Earrings, Necklaces & Pendants, Rings and other categories. There are also subcategory lists.
• Product Finder: The drop-down menus on a Product Finder allow you to search listings based on specific criteria.
• Keyword search: Search eBay listing titles for specific words. For example, if you want to find an Edwardian pendant, type "Edwardian pendant" (without quotation marks) into the Search box. Click "Search title and description" to expand your results. EBay also has a Search Tips page to help you choose keywords.
• If you can't find what you want, try shopping eBay Stores.  You can also creating a post on Want It Now, or save a search on My eBay.  eBay will email you when a match is made.

Buy Vintage Jewelry with Confidence

Before purchasing your vintage jewelry, make sure you know exactly what you're buying. Always research your seller, and understand how eBay and PayPal protect you.

Know Your Vintage Jewelry

• Read product details carefully.
• Figure delivery costs into the final price. If you’re spending a lot of money, make sure the seller will insure the product when it ships.
• If you want more information, ask by clicking the "Ask seller a question" link under the seller's profile.
• Always complete your transaction on eBay (with a bid, Buy It Now, or Best Offer). If you buy outside of eBay it won’t be covered by eBay protection programs.
• Never pay for your eBay item using instant cash wire transfer services through Western Union or MoneyGram.

Know Your Seller

• Research your seller so you feel positive and secure about buying.
• What is the seller's Feedback rating? How many transactions have they completed? What percentage of positive responses do they have?
• What do buyers of vintage jewelry say in their Feedback? Did the seller receive praise?
  Most top eBay sellers have return policies. Do they offer a money-back guarantee? What are their terms and conditions?

Buyer Protection

• ebay and PayPal are there for you if a problem arises.
• When you buy through PayPal, the seller never sees your bank account or credit card numbers.  PayPal protects buyers 100% against unauthorized payments. PayPal Buyer Protection covers your purchase for up to $1,000.
• eBay Security & Resolution Center: Visit the Security & Resolution Center to learn how to protect your account and use eBay's quick and efficient resolution tools.