Catalog (845)

This Miguel Melendez hinged bangle is patterned with irregular shaped 1 mm thick silver tiles or pavers, fitted into one another kind of scaling or print. The channels or recessed portions are highly oxidized and the brighter polished areas provides a great play on light-to-darkness.

It is hallmarked with two (2) separate circular marks and an assay stamping. One mark is the the lower case "m" surrounded with a large "C" followed by Taxco. The other is Sterling Mexico with Hecho En at the center and the eagle 3 mark.

It is 5/8" wide and weighs in at 2 1/3 ounces. Has a well working tongue in lever and box housing mounted under side which click securely closed. It has a linear length of 7" but an inner diameter of 2 3/8"

This charming Margot de Taxco sterling silver ballerina is 1 1/8" x 1 1/2" . This item is hallmarked Sterling Made in Mexico and style 5200.

This sterling circus horse pin looks a lot like David Mir's circus horse except that this circus horse is made of sterling vermeil. It is 2 1/2" tall and 2 1/4" wide. It is hallmarked sterling. The only major difference is the lack of enameling. This horse also has very elaborately decorative trimmings. I know that the real one for sure is worth $1600.00 +_ if you can find one.

If any one has more information with regard to this item I would appreciate your sending to me. It is not Trifari because their is virtually no unsigned Trifari from this time frame. Trifari's adds state that jewelry they make is not authentic unless it is stamped "Trifari" with the possible exception of the early 1930s.**This information was provided by legallyblond8016, a major Trifari collector.

This Corocraft sterling calla lily brooch has clear rhinestones tie and purple stones on the flower. It is 3 3/4" x 2 1/8". It is hallmarked Coro Craft and sterling with pegasus. Pat Aug. 22. 1944 Des 138,605 by A. Katz.

Excellent condition. I have 4 available

These are in excellent condtion. I have 6 of these for sale.

Excellent condition. It is 11" x 7 1/2" .

This Castlecliff sterling vermeil crown brooch has faux teardrop shaped pearls and rhinestones. It is 1 7/8" square. It is hallmarked sterling and Castlecliff. Circa 1943 <

Reference : Warman's Costume Jewelry Figurals Identification and Price Guide by Kathy Flood, Krause publications, p. 119

Reference: American Costume Jewelry, Art & Industry, Brunialti, Carla ginelli and Roberto. p. 77, Vol. 1

This Coro combined brooch and folding photo locket ( 4 frame family) is 2 1/2" closed x 1". It is in vertual mint condition despite it's age. This locket was designed by Alfred Katz Des 152,103 in 1948

This A. Katz CoroCraft duette is called "Bill & Coo".

This famous duette has 2 bluebirds perched on 2 flowering grapevines. The birds are hand painted with enamel colors. All of the crystals have been faceted by hand. The birds are 3 dimensional giving you the sight of 2 wings on each bird. Each bird measures 1.75" high and 1.35" wide. The duette measures a total of 1.75" high and 2.75" wide.

Reference: American Costume jewelry 1935-1950 by Brunialti & Brunialti. pp. 80 & 82

The Urie Mandle Corporation was founded in 1938 with Urie and partner Nat Levy in New York, NY. One of their major designers was Murray slater.

Sprites are derived from European folklore and are mythical creatures. This is a water sprite known to breath air and water. They have the ability to fly. Her wings, tutu, and specter are studded with clear rhinestones. Her face has an oval ruby glass stone. Her longs legs and arms are also very much Murray Slater. She is gold plated over metal usually sterling although this one is unmarked. It is 3 1/2" x 2 1/4" . Circa 1940.

The Urie Mandle Corporation was founded in 1938 with Urie and partner Nat Levy in New York, NY. One of their major designers was Murray slater. Sprites are derived from European folklore and are mythical creatures. This is a water sprite known to breath air and water. They have the ability to fly. Her wings are studded with clear rhinestones. Her face, tutu,and specter are studded with faceted oval cobalt blue stones. Her longs legs and arms are also very much Murray Slater. She is gold plated over sterling. This one is marked sterling . It is 3 1/2" x 1 3/4" . Circa 1940.

These Coro cockatoos have been hand painted with enamel. At the center of each flower is a faceted, faux diamond.

As you can see by the patent below, this duette was designed by Gene Verrechio and patented in 1941. Pat # for the duette is Des. 126,490 and for the clip #1798867.

Coro invented the "Duette" in the 1930s. An ingenious invention. The design involves two pin clips that fit together, joined by a mechanism at the back, so they can be worn together as a single brooch. Or, you can take them apart, and wear them separately.

Reference: Fun Jewelry by Nancy Schiffer. p142.

Reference: American Costume Jewelry by Brunialti & Brunialti, p. 57,58

This is an unusual McClelland Barclay necklace. This is the only one I have ever seen like this. These were manufactured by Rice-Weiner & Co of Providence, Rhode Island but designed by McClelland Barclay. It is gold plated metal with ruby, emerald, sapphire and amethyst colored rhinestones, accented by clear rhinestones. The necklace is 15 3/4" long. The center piece is 2 1/2" x 1 3/8".The chain has open rectangular links with a fold over clasp.

This Alexander Korda brooch is based on the movie "Thief of Bagdad" produced by Alexander Korda in the 1940s. It depicts a turbaned fortune teller holding a lucite crystal ball. This figure is made up of a silver plated metal that forms the fortune teller who wears a turban and robe decorated with crescent moons, stars, and other unique shapes. This figure holds a large center crystal ball that is made up of an amber colored lucite and measures 24mm in diameter. The back of this item has a nice pin and clasp and hallmarked "Thief of Bagdad Korda" on a rectangular cartouche on the back center. Mounted on silver plated metal Measures 2 1/2" long by 1 7/8" wide.

This McClelland Barclay deco ruby brooch is rhodium and gold plated base metal with rhinestones. It is hallmarked McClelland Barclay. It is 2" by 1 3/4" . Excellent condition. It is circa 1941.

This Joseff of Hollywood crab, shell and 13 mm pearl brooch is in excellent condition. The mysteries of the Middle East influenced this design.

The detailed modeling is in the Russian gold finish they made famous for its photographic effect. The crab sits on a scallop shell and holds a large and lustrous simulated pearl. It is hallmarked Joseff signature on an applied plaque. It is 2" x 2 1/4".

Joseff was the jeweler for the Hollywood movie moguls form 1930-1948.

Reference: Jewelry of the Stars by Ball, Joannne Dubbs, p. 144

Costume Jewelry, Identification and Price Guide by Harrice S. MIller, p. 182

This rooster perfume brooch by Coro is 2" x 1 3/4" . This is a somewhat rare but very wonderful item. Very minor enamel loss as illustrated by the photos. Fine condition.