Amethyst & Diamanté Earrings from Austria
1930s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage EarringsThese vintage amethyst earrings feature three rows of vertically-set stones. In the middle are two deep-purple baguettes with a round diamanté on top and a faceted, teardrop-shaped diamanté at the bottom. On either side of the middle, the pattern is repeated but with a single baguette. The setting is rhodium-plated metal shaped to hold the stones together, making each pendant one piece. A single, faceted, round diamanté sits at the earlobe. These 1930s Art Deco earrings from Austria are all-original screw-backs and can be modified for pierced ears. The color combination is rich, regal, and easy-to-wear.USD$295.00USD$295.00Amethyst & Diamanté Silver Leaf Brooch by Miriam Haskell
1950s Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & Pins, Vintage Miriam Haskell JewelryThis silver leaf brooch is an unusual and elegant 1950s creation by Miriam Haskell. It has pale-amethyst-glass nuggets set on a bed of layered, etched silver-tone leaves. Diamantés and beads of pale lavender and clear glass also adorn this luscious piece. I love the way the leaves curl around the large stones. This amazing brooch was in my personal collection, and I am now reluctantly offering it to you.USD$395.00USD$395.00Amethyst & Sterling Bracelet by Foster & Bro.
1920s Jewelry, Foster & Bro. Jewelry, Vintage BraceletsThis sterling amethyst bracelet is a popular style from the 1920s. It features four faceted, cushion-cut, deep-amethyst-glass stones. They are set in open-back, vertical frames that alternate with horizontal oval panels and narrower links. This lovely, well-made jewel by a less-known maker closes with a clasp that hooks onto the last link. A lush, regal color that’s versatile and easy to wear. Scroll down to see a coordinating necklace.USD$275.00USD$275.00Amethyst & Sterling Flower Kreisler Bracelet
1940s Jewelry, Kreisler Jewelry, Vintage BraceletsThis Kreisler bracelet features four oval, open-back links that form the foundation of this 1940s piece. Atop each link sits a flower with silver petals and a deep-amethyst glass center. The layers add depth to this well-made, sterling silver bracelet. It closes with a fold-over clasp. A lovely piece for casual and office wear with cool colors.USD$375.00USD$375.00Amethyst Drop Necklace of Molded Glass
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage NecklacesThis amethyst drop necklace features a centerpiece of six molded-glass plaques. A seventh is suspended from an amethyst-glass bead flanked by tiny pearls. A delicate silver-tone paper-clip chain, which was very popular in the 1920s, and a spring-ring clasp complete the piece. This jewel is lovely with a V-neckline. Scroll down to see a complementary amethyst Art Deco bracelet.USD$245.00USD$245.00Amethyst Earrings by Elsa Schiaparelli
1940s Jewelry, Elsa Schiaparelli Jewelry, Vintage EarringsThese amethyst costume earrings by Elsa Schiaparelli feature the single, large emerald-cut stones that were so popular in the 1940s. Although classic and classy, this pair of ear clips is really hard to photograph. The stones are open back (without any green, as the photos may suggest) in a silver-tone setting. The actual color is a deep, regal purple. Earrings like these never go out of style!USD$195.00USD$195.00Amethyst, Diamanté & Rose Vermeil Sterling Duette
1940s Jewelry, Coro Jewelry, Double Clip BroochesThis brooch/dress clips looks like folded fabric crowned with jewels. It is made of rose-gold-plated sterling silver edged with diamanté accents. At the center of each side is a row of amethyst-glass navettes topped with a row of diamanté. This Duette, which was created for Coro’s high-end line, can be worn as a brooch or as separate dress clips. Their double-prong fasteners work well with heavier fabrics, such as wool blazers and dresses. My camera picked up two stones that appear to be a different shade of purple, but this difference cannot be seen by the naked eye. You can see the utility patent for the brooch mechanism here, shown below Coro's name.USD$295.00USD$295.00Amethyst, Diamanté & Rose-Gold Brooch by Pennino Bros.
1940s Jewelry, Pennino Bros. Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & PinsThis vintage rose gold brooch is a striking Retro Modern piece made by Pennino Bros. in two layers. The top is a pavé ribbon of rhodium-plated metal that’s edged with faceted, oval amethyst-glass stones topped with tiny diamanté. The center is cinched with rose-gold plated metal. The second layer is a furled rose-gold ribbon that’s attached to the top with a tiny screw. The pin closes with a roll-over safety clasp. This brooch is not flat – the four corners of the bottom layer fold under, as curls of ribbon or fabric would. The back shows the high-quality, complex construction characteristic of this maker.USD$275.00USD$275.00Amethyst, Diamanté & Sterling Flower Basket Trifari Brooch
1940s Jewelry, Trifari Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & PinsThis Trifari brooch was made during WWII, when romanticism was in style. This piece has faceted, oval amethyst-glass flowers surrounded by diamanté leaves in a diamanté-trimmed basket. The setting is rhodium-plated sterling silver; the pin closes with a roll-over safety clasp. The design, materials and color combination make this jewel timeless. Another by this maker in the same design with aquamarine flowers is available – scroll down to see it. Both pieces are from my personal collection. Choose your favorite color, or take both to wear separately and together.USD$295.00USD$295.00Amethyst, Diamanté & Vermeil Bouquet Brooch
1940s Jewelry, Coro Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & PinsThis Corocraft brooch is just stunning! This Adolph Katz-designed piece has four pavé stems topped with faceted, oval amethyst-glass stones that are gathered through the center of a flower with diamanté-rimmed gold-plated sterling silver petals. The gold-plating on the flower is perfect – the difference in tone you see is from the camera’s reflection. What an outstanding example of the Retro Modern style! I have photographed the brooch in the horizontal position, as it appears in the patent drawing, but you could also wear it vertically (as shown in the second photo). This jewel, which closes with a roll-over safety clasp, is rich in contrasting colors and was in my personal collection. Wear it on the lapel of a blazer, and I guarantee you’ll be noticed!USD$395.00USD$395.00Amethyst, Emerald, Sapphire & Sterling Hobé Pin
1940s Jewelry, Hobé Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & PinsThis Hobé sterling pin is a basket of layers of beautifully-detailed leaves and flower buds sitting on a twisted-ribbon-like frame. The focal point is a trio of large, faceted, collet-set glass stones in amethyst, emerald, and sapphire. These popular colors and the piece's size and shape make it very versatile. Jewelry by this maker was well-designed and hand-crafted in this decade. You won’t be disappointed!USD$345.00USD$345.00Aquamarine & Sterling 4-Loop Bow Brooch & Earrings Set
1940s Jewelry, Costume Jewelry Sets / Parures, Hobé Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & PinsAquamarine and silver earrings complement this sterling silver four-loop bow brooch by Hobé. Each loop is embellished with layers of leaves and buds. The focal point is the flower that sits on top of the bow. Its center forms a vertical line with two additional round aquamarine-glass stones that adorn the piece. Each ear clip is a flower with aquamarine center, topped with two vertical, textured leaves. The pin closes with a roll-over safety clasp. This set looks great with a Hobé bracelet – scroll down to see it.USD$295.00USD$295.00Aquamarine & Sterling Bow Brooch & Earrings Set
1940s Jewelry, Costume Jewelry Sets / Parures, Hobé Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & PinsThis bow brooch and earrings set was hand-made in sterling silver by Hobé in the 1940s. The focal point of the brooch is a flower with an aquamarine-glass-stone center. It sits atop the four-looped bow foundation of ribbons adorned with layers of buds and leaves. An aquamarine-glass stone is at the center of each bow-shaped ear clip. The detail on these sterling silver pieces is a superb example of the maker’s craftsmanship. The pin closes with a roll-over safety clasp. The same floral motif is used in a bracelet by Hobé – scroll down to see it.USD$345.00USD$345.00Aquamarine & Sterling Fan Brooch by Hobé
1940s Jewelry, Hobé Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & PinsThis large fan brooch is another beautiful Hobé design in sterling silver from the 1940s. It is layered and ornately-detailed with leaves and bezel-set aquamarine-glass stones. At the base sits a ribbon tied with a four-looped bow and aquamarine center. It suspends a twisted-rope pendant accented with another aquamarine. One stone at the top is clear, but it does appear to be original. This brooch, which closes with a roll-over safety clasp, is a great example of the genius of this maker. Scroll down to see a bracelet that coordinates beautifully with this piece.USD$395.00USD$395.00Aquamarine & Vermeil Sterling Flower Pin
1940s Jewelry, Hess-Appel Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & PinsThis aquamarine flower pin in gold-washed sterling silver is bold and beautiful. It features a faceted, round glass stone set on each of the flower’s five petals. This tall (4-inch) piece was made by Hess-Appel under their Jollé trademark without the accent (which was used only in their advertisements). The stem and two leaves are curled a bit, a characteristic of the 1940s Retro Modern style. The finish is in great shape. The pin closes with a roll-over safety clasp. If statement pieces, which are in vogue right now, are your style, this jewel is for you!USD$195.00USD$195.00Aquamarine & Gilt Sterling Filigree Theodor Fahrner Bracelet
1930s Jewelry, Fahrner Jewelry, Vintage BraceletsThis Theodor Fahrner bracelet is spectacular! Each gilded-sterling silver link with corded wire spirals holds a collet-set faux aquamarine. This fabulous Art Deco jewel is an excellent example of the type of filigree this maker is known for. The book cited as a reference indicates that the filigree pieces were made post-1932, but the same source dates the maker’s mark to the 1920s. I don’t think the date matters – this bracelet is exquisite! It has a box clasp and safety catch. Scroll down to see a sterling Fahrner necklace that looks lovely with this piece.USD$1,495.00USD$1,495.00Aquamarine & Sterling Flower Bracelet by Hobé
1940s Jewelry, Hobé Jewelry, Vintage BraceletsThis vintage aquamarine bracelet has six panels of flower petals with a large, round aqua-glass stone in each center. Hand-made by Hobé in the 1940s, this bracelet illustrates the high-quality of their pieces. Even the connecting links are decorated with small flowers. This sterling silver bracelet has a fold-over clasp. The same floral motif and sterling/aquamarine combination can be found in several brooches (some with matching earrings) by this maker – scroll down to see them.USD$345.00USD$345.00Aquamarine Floral Earrings by Pennino Bros.
1940s Jewelry, Pennino Bros. Jewelry, Vintage EarringsThese aquamarine earrings were made by Pennino Bros. in the 1940s. The curled, flirty flower petals in gold-washed metal are the same shape and finish this maker used in a series of 1947 brooches called Sunburst. The glass stone settings are the same as their Bulrush brooch and earrings set from the same year. Both were made in vermeil sterling. According to Brunialti, the patent pending mark on these earrings refers to the clip mechanism, as these designs were not patented. Because the sterling mark is on the ear clip only, I can't say for sure that this pair is sterling silver. These details are just for background – all Pennino jewels are divine! And by facing each other, these earrings frame your face to perfection. Please note that bright spots are merely lighting reflections.USD$245.00USD$245.00Aquamarine, Diamanté & Sterling Flower Basket Brooch by Trifari
1940s Jewelry, Trifari Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & PinsThis flower basket brooch by Trifari is a romantic design from the 1940s. It features faceted, oval aquamarine-glass flowers among diamanté leaves in a diamanté-trimmed basket. The setting is rhodium-plated sterling silver; the pin closes with a roll-over safety clasp. This design is a classic, and the aquamarine stones are lovely. Another brooch in this design with amethyst flowers is available – scroll down to see it. Both jewels were from my personal collection. You could wear them together on your shoulder for a unique embellishment!USD$295.00USD$295.00Aquamarine, Diamanté & Vermeil Sterling 1940s Coro Bracelet
1940s Jewelry, Coro Jewelry, Vintage BraceletsThis Coro bracelet was an engagement gift from the former owner’s fiancé in 1945. It had remained in the family until the couple’s son sold it to me. A well-crafted Retro Modern design by Adolph Katz for Coro’s high-end line, it features aquamarine-glass-stone centers and diamanté set in gold-plated sterling silver with a fold-over clasp. The safety chain is a replacement. This piece is another wonderful example of period design and manufacture from one of the best! If you prefer white metal, scroll down to see the same bracelet in all diamanté set in sterling silver.USD$295.00USD$295.00Aquamarine, Diamanté & Rose Vermeil Sterling Coro Leaf Pin
1940s Jewelry, Coro Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & PinsThis stunning Coro leaf pin in rose-gold-plated sterling silver has pavé along one curved edge. Layered on top are three stems topped with flowers formed by diamanté leaves and aquamarine-glass-stone centers. This spectacular 1940s piece was designed by Adolph Katz for Coro Craft, the company's high-end line. This three-dimensional Retro Modern brooch is in amazing condition and has a roll-over safety clasp. This jewel was part of my personal collection – I am reluctantly offering it to a new home. Note that any color variations in metal are only camera reflections.USD$495.00USD$495.00Aquamarine, Diamanté & Vermeil Sterling Flower Brooch by Mazer Bros.
1940s Jewelry, Mazer Bros. Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & PinsThis aquamarine brooch by Mazer Bros. is a fine example of the Retro Modern style. Tall and graceful, this substantial, stylized flower features a large, faceted cushion-cut glass stone as its focal point. The gold-washed, sterling silver setting is further embellished with four, faceted oval-cut stones along with pavé-accented gold swirls. This pin closes with a roll-over safety clasp. Pieces of this size with a gold-plated finish often don’t survive as well as this brooch has. But costume jewelry was well-made in the 1940s by companies of this maker’s stature. Note that any color variations in metal seen in the photos are only camera reflections.USD$445.00USD$445.00Aquamarine, Pink Topaz & Gold Circle Walter Lampl Brooch
1940s Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & Pins, Walter Lampl JewelryThis gold-filled Walter Lampl brooch is formed by a series of rings in different designs. The widest is convex and made of gold-mesh, with an overlay of gold leaves and vines along with tiny pink-topaz-glass stones. A narrow ring of aquamarine-glass baguettes provides further embellishment. At the top is an elaborate horizontal bow with three loops on each side and in the center. This 1940s jewel has a roll-over safety clasp and a loop at the top and bottom to allow the piece to be worn as a pendant.USD$195.00USD$195.00Baroque Pearl & Amethyst Bead 1970s Long Necklace by Miriam Haskell
Vintage Miriam Haskell Jewelry, Vintage NecklacesThis Miriam Haskell pearl necklace is a beautiful example of this maker’s work. The long strand of faux cream baroque pearls and pearl bead spacers is interspersed with faceted amethyst glass beads. The pearls are textured and somewhat varying in size. Wear this piece as a single long strand or doubled, depending on your neckline and the look you want to create. Although I usually prefer earlier vintage jewels, this beautiful necklace was part of my personal collection because it is so elegant, timeless and versatile. The wear to the nacre of some pearls does not detract in any way from the lovely appearance of this piece.USD$345.00USD$345.00