Vintage Costume Jewelry - Signed Pieces

Lovely vintage gole tone brooch or pin accented with poppy flower design and faux pearl, made by Lisner. It measures 2-1/2" by 1-3/4 and the flower stamen are accented with ab rhinestones. The back of the pin is signed "Lisner". Condition is excellent with only minor wear. Insured shipping in the USA and Canada will be $6.00.

Lucious gold tone metal strawberry brooch by Napier. It measures 1 1/2" tall x 1 1/4" wide. Signed Napier(c) and in very condition. However, worth noting are 2 tiny spot of wear to the gold finish on the back (see inset photo).

Trifari gold tone 3-1/4 inch flower pin with pink glass cabochons, ab rhinestone, and pearl accents. My photo fails to capture how lovely the pink color is, nor does it show the translucent quality of the glass stones. Simply beautiful and in perfect condition.

Vintage 1960´s thermoset plastic pin or brooch by Trifari. It has a very nice design with turquoise leaves set in gold tone metal. It is signed “Crown Trifari copyright”. The pin measures almost 2” across by 2-1/4" high. Condition is very good.

Vintage Trifari brushed gold tone brooch and earring set circa 1948. This pin measures 1-3/4" across by 1-1/4" high and has a circle safety catch. The setting is in near mint condition and the back is marked "Trifari (with crown) Des Pat No 151554". Alfred Phillippe patented the design of the pin in 1948. The clip earrings measure 1" by 3/4" and are marked "Trifari" with copyright symbol. All pieces are accented with clear and faux turquoise. Condition: the rhinestones on all the pieces have turned medium gray in color loosing much of their original sparkle. All else is near mint with no missing stones.

Vintage enamel on copper pendant with fern design and vivid deep red color. The pendant measures 2-1/2 by 1-1/2 and is signed "CV" on the back. It is on a matching red suede cord, and the length of the cord can be adjusted. The fern pattern is cobalt blue. Great design, great color, excellent condition!

This Victorian style chatelaine brooch is signed "ART" on the back. It measures 2" x 6", and the metal is silver colored. This brooch is in very good condition with some minor wear to the silver color on the bottom of the large center fob. Costume jewelry marked ART was produced by Art Mode Jewelry Creations, Inc. This firm was in business from the 1940's until the late 1960's. The company was named for its founder, Arthur Pepper. It offered a broad range of designs that often resembled Victorian or Renaissance Revival jewelry.

1950's Modern or Modernist style necklace made of chrome plated base metal and blue thermoplastic. This choker length necklace measures 16" long and is up to 2-1/4" wide. Condition is very good with little wear, and no problems to note. Signed "Napier" on the clasp and on the back of two of the chrome elements. A very bold piece of jewelry, not for the shy!

Hand painted Russian lacquer pin or brooch with horse-drawn sleigh signed by the artist, made C1990. It measures 2" across and has a safety pin closure. In excellent condition, like new. This pin has a very beautiful, detailed, and colorful winter scene!

Contemporary Rhodium plated silver pin by Kenzo Takada made in France. This pin is accented with frosted glass and blue crystal stones. Kenzo Takada was one of the first male students at Tokyo's Bunka College of Fashion. After graduation, he moved to Paris to design. He presented his first show and opened his first store in 1970, and in 1972 he won the Fashion Editor Club of Japan's prize. Takada retired in 1999 and his clothing lines are now designed by Gilles Rosier and Roy Krejberg. The pin measures 2” x 1 1/2” and weighs 13.2 grams. It is in near perfect condition, the only problem is some wear of the finish on the clasp pin. The back is marked "Made in France" and signed Kenzo Paris. A piece that is both modern and traditional with very good quality.

Vintage copper pendant made by Franciso Rebajes C1950. This large pendant measures 2-1/2" across and has applied male and female copper masks. It is signed Rebajes on the back. The 24" gold tone chain is not original but compliments the piece nicely. The pendant has a nice warm patina and is in very good condition with a couple of minor scratches on the back. The chain is like new.

Large circa 1980 gold tone brooch or pin with enameled animal skin print. This lovely pin measures 1-3/4" across and the enamel is brown and black. This brooch has a very chic design that is reminiscent of Haute Couture jewelry. Also I can not say enough about the great quality and top flight design of jewelry by GEM-CRAFT. This piece is `new old stock` and in mint condition.

Unusual fire hydrant brooch or pin with red, white and blue enamel, circa 1970. It measures 1-1/8" wide by 1-3/4" high. The pin is signed on the back "Stanlee". This piece was made for jewelry wholesaler and designer Stanley Zukowski. He called his company "Jewels by Stanlee” and did not start designing until late in his career. You will not find many examples of his work, which is too bad because the quality is outstanding. Luckily I was able to acquire pieces directly from his family.

Unusual firemen hat brooch or pin with black enamel, circa 1970's. It measures 2" wide by 7/8" high and the plaque on the front is marked "FD". The pin is signed on the back "Stanlee". This piece was made for jewelry wholesaler and designer Stanley Zukowski. He called his company "Jewels by Stanlee” and did not start designing until late in his career. You will not find many examples of his work, which is too bad because the quality is outstanding. Luckily I was able to acquire pieces directly from his family.

Vintage Avon kangaroo and joey pin, C1975. The Joey moves up and down in the pouch when mom’s tail is moved. The pin is made of gold-tone metal and both kangaroos have topaz eyes. It is in excellent condition, signed Avon on the back.

Kay Denning signed enamel with seagull necklace, vintage 1960's! This is beautiful piece has white and blue/green enamel fused on copper! It is 19 1/2" long has 8 links, you won't have any trouble with this necklace being too short! In excellent vintage condition with a few flea bites on the back.

Outstanding `new old stock` Kenneth Jay Lane bejeweled, Renaissance-style Horse and Hound pin. This pin measures 2" long and is in near mint condition. One problem worth noting is that one of the pearls going around the belly of the horse has been replaced, the size is slightly larger than the original. Price has been adjusted accordingly. This piece can be seen on page 79 of "Faking It". It is marked Kenneth Lane with © to the side.

"New old stock" Kenneth Jay Lane medium purple rhinestone bee brooch. This pin measures 1 1/4" long and 1 1/2" wide. It is marked Kenneth Lane with © to the side, and in mint condition.

Vintage Bell Trading Post Co. nickel silver Indian style pendant with turquoise colored cabochons. The pendant measures 1-3/4" tall by 1-1/2" wide. A wonderful circa 1950s pendant in good condition with minor wear. The back is marked "Nickle Silver Bell" with bell trademark.

This Joan Rivers hot air balloon brooch is now retired. The brooch has a fabulous design with the purple and red enameled balloon and gold tone basket suspended from chain. The size is 1 3/4 x 3/4". It is marked Joan Rivers © on the basket. Condition is near mint.

Large silver tone looney tune collector Pin by Warner Brothers. It features Taz, Porky Pig, Bugs, Tweety, Daffy, and Sylvester. This brooch measures 1 1/2" tall by 3 1/4" wide and is signed "TM & © 94 WB". It is in very good condition.

Vintage MMA brushed gold tone ribbon brooch. This pin measures 1-3/4" across by 1-3/4" high and has a circle safety catch. It is in near mint condition and the back is marked "MMA (Metropolitan Museum of Art)". $6.00 US or Canada ship/insure, and shipping costs for multiple purchases are automatically discounted. Orders from the United Kingdom, Australia, and most foreign countries are no problem.

This vintage Chanel brooch has 3 large, faux mabe pearls in a gold metal setting. This pin measures 4" long by almost 1-1/2' wide and has a safety clasp. It is signed “Chanel” with the double “Cs” in the middle and “Made in France.” In excellent condition with no problems to note.

I love vintage copper jewelry, and was thrilled to find this wonderful Renoir vintage leaf pin! It measures 2" from tip to tip, and is 1-3/4" wide. Condition is mint, like new.

Vintage 1940's painted wood brooch or pin with young girl or doll. It measures roughly 2-1/2" x 2-1/2". The back is stamped "Perkins Toy and Novelty Co. White Plains, N.Y." in red ink. This pin has a period "C" clasp rather than the later safety clasp. Condition is very good with only one light scrape mark on her pink dress.

Vintage 1930's Art Deco pin/brooch in silver tone metal by Coro. The piece measures 1-3/4" across and the back has an early "Coro" mark, it's in script but no angle. Condition is good/fair with wear to the plating in 3 different spots and light surface scratches, the pin is priced accordingly.

Vintage Christmas pine brooch or pin in gold-tone metal with green enamel. The pin boughs are accented by gold ribbon and pine cones. The brooch measures about 2" x 1 3/8". It is signed GERRY´S and in excellent condition.

Cute set of vintage clip earrings by Coro with what looks like a Christmas tree. These silver tone earring measure almost 1" tall and are signed Coro. Deco, retro, they look like a small sculptures. Condition is near mint.

Large and stunning Coro bracelet with cluster of faux citrine colored stones. The front of this bracelet measures 1-1/4" wide and it has 21 prong set, faceted stones. The inside diameter of the piece is 2-1/4" and the bracelet will fit up to a 6-1/2" wrist (with comfort and enough room to spare). It is signed "Coro" in script with no angle. Condition is very good with minor wear to the gold plating, mainly to the back of the bracelet. The stones look nearly new, no chips or scratches. Just a knockout!

These great 1950-60 clip style earrings are made with flat and faceted lucite beads some of which have an AB finish. These earrings are maked Castlecliff on the clip and measure 1 inch in diameter. They are in great condition and the colors are wonderful.

Vintage silver tone charm bracelet by Monet. The bracelet has one shagy dog charm that has red rhinestone eyes. The curb link bracelet measures 7-1/2" long by 3/8" wide and is surprisingly lightweight. The charm is 1" high by 1/2" wide. This piece is signed Monet on the clasp and on a hang tag. C1970, the condition of this item is excellent with very little wear.

Vintage pair of clip earrings made by Marvella, C1960. They feature a cluster of grey costume pearls and faceted grey AB beads wired on a filigree, silver tone setting. Each measures approx. 1" across and are signed Marvella. Excellent pre-owned condition.

Nice pair of pewter clip earrings by Jorgen Jensen of Denmark, design number 252. Each earring measures 7/8" in diameter and has a semi-translucent green stone. The pair is very good condition with no problems to note.

Renior copper clip earrings classic 50's Leaf design. The length is 1 1/4" and condition is excellent with only very light wear. Marked Renior on the back of each clip.

Vintage crown Trifari silver tone clip earrings with single rhinestone accent. Clean, modern design are words to describe these earrings. Each measures almosty 1" tall by 3/4" wide. The pair is in near mint condition and signed Trifari with a crown above the T.

Simple and elegant gold tone clip on style earrings with a mid-century or Modernist style. These clip earring measure 3/4" across and are 1-1/8" long. They are unmarked but have a hang tag that says "Florenza Original Design". This pair features a multi-colored red glass stone that looks like Venetian art glass and condition is near mint.

This bracelet measures 7" and has bold, yet delicate styling, with wave shapes, and inserts with raised silver balls. The links are 5/8" at the widest point and taper down to almost nothing on the either end. Marked JOSEFF HOLLYWOOD in block letters, the older Joseff mark, it probably dates to the late 1930s. The bracelet is in excellent condition, with almost no signs of wear. It polishes like sterling and has been cleaned just enough to make it look beautiful. Insured ahipping in the USA will be $11.50.

Offered is an Avon, Victorian revival charm bracelet, with 6 dangling charms. Each Victorian style charm is signed "AVON" on the underside. There is a princess telephone, a little Victorian chair, set with a pink cabochon stone, a little Victorian ladies shoe, set with a faux turquoise cabochon, a Victorian coffee grinder, and an owl, all in a lovely gold tone, and each detailed beautifully. Measuring 8" from end to end, and in like new condition, with the clasp working fine.

Great cuff style bracelet with a golden colored finish originally sold by the Metropolitian Museum of Art. Marked MMA 1986 with a classical vine and leaf design. This bracelet is on the larger side and made to fit up to a 7" wrist. It is flexible so the size can be adjusted somewhat. The back opening measures 1 1/8".

By AVON, here's a really nice gold-tone vintage pendant with a oval amethyst glass stone surrounded by faux pearls. The pendant measures 3.5" by 1-1/8". It is on a 30" chain with spring ring clasp. In excellent vintage condition, signed "Avon" on the back.

Vintage signed Jorgen Jensen pewter ring with cat's eye design. The face of the ring measures 1-5/8" by 1/2". Marked "PEWTER Jorgen Jensen Denmark 230". Size 7-8 with adjustable open back. Condition is very good for this "new old stock" ring.

Vintage silver tone Oscar de la Renta earring C1980, clip on. The pair measures 1-1/4 by 7/8. The stylized figure 8 design is sleek and modern.

Here is a lovely Trifari necklace made of blue glass crystal ab beads. This 4 strand choker style necklace is adjustable in length (14 to 16 inches). The width is 1-1/2 inches. Lots of eye catching movement and reflection. Condition of this item is excellent, like new with original crown Trifari tag.

Beautiful antique sash pin or brooch with ivy and flower design. This C1900 pin measures 2-3/4" by 2" and it retains much of its frosted finish, which has a hint of green color. The pin is signed on the finding that has the letter H in a heart. This is the mark of D. A. Hart of Attleboro, MA. The condition of this pin is exceptional.

Here is a very chic vintage demi-parure by Trifari. This modernistic set includes a large brooch and pair of matching clip-on earrings. High polish silver tone waves are accented with etched/ brushed detail. Striking and sophisticated! All pieces signed “Trifari copyright” with crown mark above the T. Pin measures almost 2” across and the earrings 1” across. Original Trifari hang tag is present and the set appears to be "new old stock".

Vintage Sarah Coventry clip earring with splashy Modernist style. Each earring measures 1 1/4" tall by 1" wide. These gold tone beauties are accented with colored rhinestones in blue, purple, yellow, and pink. They are marked ©SARACOV.

One pair of vintage pierced earrings made for the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston marked © MFA. They are made of gold toned metal with black enamel and have a lovers knot design. Each measures approx. 1 1/8" in tall by 3/4" wide. Excellent pre-owned condition.

Very sparkly, vintage crystal necklace on chain, C1940. In excellent condition with round silver-tone spacers between the beads. Measures 16" inches in length. The simple hook clasp is marked Napier.

1930s/1940s chrome plated bangle bracelet with black and white banded agate glass stone. This bracelet is on the smaller side and will fit up to a 6" wrist. It has great Moderne or Art Deco style and was made in france. The back of the center is marked "Moune Modele Depose". Condition: some wear to the chrome plating, glass stone is in mint unscratched, unchiped condition. Closure works correctly and given its style will never give any trouble. An unusual and special piece with good weight (56.6 grams) and excellent construction. The measurements are up to 1-1/2" high in the front and 1" in the back. Insured priority mail shipping in the USA will be $7.00, and shipping costs for multiple purchases are automatically discounted. Orders from most foreign countries are no problem.

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Vintage signed Clark & Coombs rhodium plated ring with marcasite and flower design. The face of the ring measures 1-1/8" by 1/2" and it is a size 6. Marked "C&C", not re-sizable. Condition is very good for this vintage ring. Insured shipping in the USA or Canada will be $6.00.