Renoir Copper Etude Pin and Earrings

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Costume: Designer Pre 1960: item #266477

Copper pin and earring set. Circa 1950. Treble clef shape. Signed Renoir pin measures 2 7/8"w x 2 1/4"h. Minor scratches. Unsigned matching earrings are each 3/4"w x 1"h.

Vintage Bakelite Stretch Bracelet and Earrings

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Costume: Bakelite Pre 1940: item #263954

Bakelite demi parure. Circa 1930. Stretch bracelet consists of marbled green segments divided by folded chrome spacers. 1" wide. Matching wedge shaped clip earrings are 1 1/2" x 1/2". Excellent condition.

Art Nouveau Enamel Filigree Art Glass Necklace

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Costume: Unsigned Pre 1900: item #146815

Dating from the Late Victorian era, circa 1900, this exquisite antique lavaliere of gilded brass retains its original chain. Its ornate filigree drop has pretty green enamel accents and is set with a gorgeous art glass cabochon. The stone, probably Bohemian or Peking glass, simulates jade. The 19" chain is comprised of fancy links, all hand-soldered. Total length is 21 1/2".
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Fine Art Deco Enamel Rhinestone Bracelet

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Costume: Rhinestone Pre 1920: item #123034

This is one of the most luscious vintage costume jewelry bracelets I've ever seen! Dating is almost certainly Deco, but it's totally in the Edwardian spirit of refined femininity. Against the black enamel on this exquisite hinged bangle, white rhinestones sparkle like stars. The central decoration, an impressive star-flower form, is extended on both sides by a graceful "vine" of tiny crystals. The safety chain and underlying metal are probably gilded brass. The bracelet's shape is slightly oval,... Click for details

Signed Egyptian Revival Art Deco Necklace

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Costume: Designer Pre 1930: item #113906

Price of $165 includes insured shipping anywhere in the U.S.

This Art Deco vintage necklace evidently hails from the 1920's - when the discovery of King Tut's tomb made jewelry of Egyptian inspiration the *in* thing. At least two metals are featured: One looks like chrome and drapes in a snaky way (like expansion watch bands), while the ... Click for details

Fine Deco Galalith (French Bakelite) Bracelet

Archives: Estate Jewelry: Costume: Bakelite Pre 1930: item #112416

This gorgeous Art Deco bangle from a New Orleans estate was hand-carved from butterscotch galalith (casein), the French equivalent of Bakelite. It's in excellent condition, with all carved details sharp, and measures 7/8" at widest point, 1/2" at narrowest point. Inside diameter is 2 1/2" and outside diameter is 3 1/2".

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