Warman's costume jewelry - Pamela Y. Wiggins

From disposable bauble to collectible art form!

Stylish and beautiful, vintage costume jewelry ignites the passions of collectors and fashionistas alike. Originally created as an inexpensive accessory to be worn and then discarded, costume jewelry is now considered an art form worth many times its original purchase price!

Warman's Costume Jewelry sparkles with wearable art creating during the past 100 years, spanning the Victorian era through the early part of the 21st century. Dazzling jewelry images, histories, profiles, and current market values are presented by one of the most highly regarded jewelry experts in the country, Pamela Y. Wiggins.

• Detailed descriptions and up-to-date pricing information for more than 750 pieces of jewelry
• Valuable background information about jewelry designers and manufacturers
• Tips on dating and identifying costume jewelry