The introduction of costume jewelry

Costume jewelry became known as "costume" jewelry because of its use in stage costumes. It can be dated back to the 1930s.
During the 1920s and 1930s there was a movement by artists toward a style known as Art Deco. Long pendants and beading in either black and white or very bold colors were most evident.
Paste or glass jewelry appears at the 1700s. The rich who had fine jewelry duplicated for a variety of reasons used paste or glass stones.
When middle class grew by the mid 1800s, there were different levels of jewelry being manufactured using gemstone, semi-precious and base materials. There are many valuable materials used in making costume jewelry, such as glass, plastic and base metals. Gem stones are generally synthetic look-a-likes.
Antique and vintage costume jewelry is both funs to collect and fun to wear. Now costume jewelry is No longer simply collected. It is "in style," and "in vogue," and a terrific conversation starter.
Today, costume jewelry can add the finishing touch and show your fashion sense. Unlike precious jewelry, costume jewelry shouldn't be considered to be an investment but some pieces may be considered worthy of being called a keepsake.