Never mistake vintage costume jewelry with the cheap reproduction jewelry you see in most malls and department stores In fact, vintage costume necklaces, bracelets, and other pieces were originally purchased by American soldiers in French boutiques, and brought home after the First World War

Authentic costume jewelry actually originated on the stages and theatres in Europe before becoming popular in the US

Authentic costume jewelry, originally made popular during the "Roaring Twenties", is considered a hot collector's item today and has rapidly appreciated in value in recent years Vintage costume necklaces, bracelets, and other pieces were purchased by American soldiers in French boutiques and brought home after the first world war