Black Enamel & Diamanté ‘Rose of Seville’ Brooch & Earrings Set by Marcel Boucher
1950s Jewelry, Costume Jewelry Sets / Parures, Marcel Boucher Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & PinsIn this vintage rose brooch and earrings set, Boucher crafted a lovely three-dimensional flower in rhodium-plated metal with black-enameled lattice and round diamanté. The stem of the rose is adorned with baguettes. The brooch closes with a roll-over safety clasp. The ear clips are just as well-designed. This incredibly-detailed 1950s set deserves its elegant name: Rose of Seville. Wear the pieces together (in the style of the decade) or separately to make your outfit memorable. Perfect jewels for those who like to wear cool colors.USD$375.00
Crystal Teardrop, Diamanté & Sterling Pendant Earrings
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage EarringsIf you’re looking for glamour, these crystal teardrop earrings are for you! They feature bead-set diamanté in round and baguette shapes leading to a large, faceted crystal drop. These all-original screw-back earrings, which were in my personal collection, can be modified for pierced ears. Wear these long and luxurious pendants and you’re guaranteed to be noticed! Scroll down to see a lovely selection of coordinating bracelets.USD$345.00
Diamanté & Gold Disk Brooch & Earrings Set by Pennino Bros.
1950s Jewelry, Costume Jewelry Sets / Parures, Pennino Bros. Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & PinsThese gold disk earrings and brooch were made by Pennino Bros. in the 1950s. Pavé disks intersect and overlay the scored disks of gold-tone metal, which remind me of open fans. The layered design and construction of this set are characteristic of exceptional makers like this one. The brooch closes with a roll-over safety clasp. Note that about 1/4″ of the pavé disk on each ear clip will sit below your earlobe. Wear these lovely earrings and brooch together or separately, to create different looks. Your own real or faux diamond studs or hoop earrings would also work well with this brooch.USD$225.00
Diamanté & Gold Leaf Brooch by Hattie Carnegie
1950s Jewelry, Hattie Carnegie Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & PinsThis 1950s gold leaf brooch features ropes of yellow metal that form a trio of leaves adorned with diamanté. This graceful piece by Hattie Carnegie has lots of sparkle. It goes with nearly everything and closes with a roll-over safety clasp. Wear your own yellow gold hoop earrings, or a pair of diamond studs or hoops to complete the look. Or put on your gold bangle bracelet if you have one. A lovely and elegant jewel for those who love diamonds and look best in warm colors.USD$245.00
Diamanté & Gold Snake Chain 1950s Coro Necklace
1950s Jewelry, Coro Jewelry, Vintage NecklacesThis Coro necklace features gold-plated fretwork embellished with rows of gold-ended baguettes as its centerpiece, which reminds me of a cornucopia. A pear-shaped diamanté adorns the tail of the hook-and-tail closure of the snake chain. This piece is another great example of the work Adolph Katz produced for Coro’s high-end line. What’s interesting is that this piece appears in an October 1, 1953 Vogue ad with the following copy: “excitingly beautiful as Paris by night … Vendome by Coro“. (Vendome later became another one of the company’s high-end lines.) Also of interest is the difference of the clasp on the necklace versus that shown on the design patent.USD$275.00
Diamanté & Gold Starfish Brooch & Earrings Set by Alice Caviness
1950s Jewelry, Alice Caviness Jewelry, Costume Jewelry Sets / Parures, Vintage Brooches & PinsThis vintage starfish brooch and earrings set by Alice Caviness is bold and dazzling. The aurora borealis rhinestones in the gold-tone setting take on the color of the metal, catch the light, and seem to dance. The starfish-shaped brooch has a roll-over safety clasp. Each ear clip is in the shape of one of the “arms”. This 1950s set is perfect for an outfit in a warm color palette and is guaranteed to get you noticed!USD$395.00
Diamanté & Rose Vermeil Sterling Floral Réja Brooch
1940s Jewelry, Réja Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & PinsThis Réja brooch is a graceful 1940s creation in the Retro Modern style. It features rose-gold-plated sterling silver embellished with diamanté flowers and pavé leaves. The warm-toned metal setting makes this piece a perfect adornment for women who look best in warm colors. This maker’s jewels are hard to find, and this one is lovely and timeless.USD$275.00
Diamanté & Silver Vintage Dangle Earrings
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage EarringsThese vintage dangle earrings are diamanté-encrusted with faceted, square-cut stones at the earlobe and as the focal point in the drop. Long and luxurious, these all-original Art Deco pendants have gold-colored ear wires with shepherd hooks for pierced ears. I am unaware of their metal content. I think these beautiful earrings are European in origin. Though stamped "SILVER" on the earring backs, I don't think the settings are sterling. Pieces like these are difficult to photograph, and the earrings are much brighter and more sparkly than the photos indicate. This glamorous pair walked the runway at Toronto Fashion Week for Spring 2019. Scroll down to see a selection of coordinating bracelets.USD$395.00
Diamanté & Sterling ‘Platina’ 1940s Duette by Coro
1940s Jewelry, Coro Jewelry, Double Clip BroochesThis Coro sterling brooch is a pair of flowers with diamanté centers and oval petals, crowned with baguettes, and set in pavé-embellished sterling silver. It was designed as part of the Platina line by Adolph Katz for the company’s high-end pieces. You can wear this one as a brooch or as separate dress clips. The double-prong fastener works well with weightier fabrics, such as wool blazers and dresses. This piece was advertised along with the complete Platina line in a fashion magazine with the copy: “Glittering glamour set in sterling silver with that ‘platinum look'”. You can see the utility patent for the brooch mechanism here, shown below Coro’s name.USD$195.00
Diamanté & Sterling 1930s Lapel Watch by Pennino Bros.
1930s Jewelry, Pennino Bros. Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & PinsThis amazing vintage lapel watch by Pennino is the ultimate in Art Deco design, with pavé and baguettes set in rhodium-plated sterling silver. The pin closes with a roll-over safety clasp. And the best part is that the watch works! It has been cleaned by my expert watchmaker. The watch is attached to the brooch upside down, so you can read the time when you are wearing this piece. The numbers on the watch face are also SO Deco in design, and the original blue hour, minute and second hands are present. What an unusual and fantastic piece! Scroll down to see a selection of lovely coordinating bracelets.USD$595.00
Diamanté & Sterling 1940s Bracelet by Catamore
1940s Jewelry, Catamore Jewelry, Vintage BraceletsThis vintage silver bracelet by Catamore has three vertical rows of channel-set diamanté. This well-articulated, well-crafted, sterling bracelet has engraved edges and settings. It closes with a concealed clasp and safety chain. A similar piece by this maker was advertised in the November 15, 1946 issue of Vogue. This bracelet dates from 1942 at the earliest, since the company did not open until that year. Please note that this bracelet was made for a slim wrist. Be sure to measure yours and note the bracelet's dimensions (6 7/8" length) before purchasing.USD$275.00
Diamanté & Sterling 1940s Bracelet by Coro
1940s Jewelry, Coro Jewelry, Vintage BraceletsThis Coro vintage bracelet is a well-crafted 1940s Retro Modern jewel designed by Adolph Katz for the company’s high-end line. This piece has large diamanté centers decorated with small diamanté set in curled, sterling silver plaques. This bracelet closes with a fold-over clasp; the safety chain is a replacement. This jewel is another wonderful example of period design and manufacture from one of the best! It and a pair of Art Deco earrings – an unexpected but splendid combination – were worn by a beautiful model on the runway at Toronto Fashion Week for Spring 2019! Scroll down to see these beautiful earrings as well as the same bracelet design in vermeil sterling with aquamarine-glass centers.USD$295.00
Diamanté & Sterling 2-Row Bar Brooch
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & PinsThis Art Deco pin with two rows of diamanté and sterling silver has the same look and construction of the channel-set glass-stone bangle bracelets of the era. Even the edges of the brooch are engraved. The faceted, square-cut stones are bright and sparkly. This piece closes with a roll-over safety clasp. This classic jewel goes with everything! Scroll down to see a selection of lovely coordinating bracelets.USD$195.00
Diamanté & Sterling Bracelet by Dorsons
1940s Jewelry, Dorsons Jewelry, Vintage BraceletsThis Dorsons sterling bracelet from the 1940s takes the line-bracelet design one step further. The square-cut diamanté channel-set in rhodium-plated sterling silver are enhanced with two squares of baguettes. This well-made jewel with excellent articulation has a concealed clasp. All-diamanté pieces are really hard to photograph, and this one is no exception. All stones are clear and bright, and the overall effect is more brilliant than my photos indicate. In fact, this lovely bracelet sparkled on the runway at Toronto Fashion Week for Spring 2019! Scroll down to see coordinating pieces.USD$275.00
Diamanté & Sterling Diamonbar Bracelet
1920s Jewelry, Vintage Bracelets, Wachenheimer Bros. JewelryThis Diamonbar bracelet has faceted, square-cut diamanté in a sterling silver box setting. Its excellent articulation makes this bracelet an Art Deco classic. Made in the 1920s, this piece closes with a concealed clasp and figure-8 safety catch. This stunning bracelet was made for a slim wrist, so please note the bracelet length (6 5/8") and check your wrist size before purchasing this piece. It can be worn alone or with line bracelets with colored stones – scroll down to see a selection of beautiful companions. This bracelet walked the runway at Toronto Fashion Week for Spring 2019. The model wore it with a bridal gown and exquisite flower earrings by Dior.USD$345.00
Diamanté & Sterling Earrings by Eisenberg
1940s Jewelry, Eisenberg Jewelry, Vintage EarringsThese vintage screw back earrings made in the late-1940s by Eisenberg look like flowers in a vase. They have faceted oval and round diamanté set in rhodium-plated sterling silver. These earrings face each other, so they will frame your face to perfection. This pair features all of the beauty and high-quality of this maker’s creations. In fact, these earrings were chosen to walk the runway at Toronto Fashion Week for Spring 2019. The model wore them with a pair of bracelets made in Germany in the 1930s – scroll down to see them. Surprised at the combination? It rocked!USD$245.00
Diamanté & Sterling Flower Dress Clip
1940s Jewelry, Eisenberg Jewelry, Vintage Dress ClipsThis flower dress clip has prong-set, large diamanté blossoms complimented with pavé ribbons. Substantial, yet graceful, this sterling silver pin is from the 1940s. Although it is unsigned, the high-quality design and construction as well as the style of this piece make me believe that it came from Eisenberg. It has a hinged, double-prong fastener, which works well with weighty fabrics. This sparkly jewel would really stand out on the lapel or shoulder of a jacket or coat. What a glorious statement!USD$395.00
Diamanté & Sterling Leaf Eisenberg Dress Clip
1940s Jewelry, Eisenberg Jewelry, Vintage Dress ClipsThis Eisenberg dress clip from the late-1940s is substantial in weight and size. It has two layers: square-cut diamanté flowers with a pavé stem that sit atop a sterling silver leaf embellished with additional diamanté. The cut-outs on the leaf add a graceful effect. The hinged, double-prong fastener works well with weighty fabrics. You could wear this jewel on the shoulder or lapel of a dress, jacket or coat, and own any room you enter! What a knockout!USD$445.00
Diamanté & Sterling Line Bracelet by Otis
1930s Jewelry, Otis Jewelry, Vintage BraceletsThis Otis sterling bracelet is a lovely example of an Art Deco line bracelet, the forerunner of today's tennis bracelet. It features faceted, square-cut diamanté channel-set in rhodium-plated sterling silver. Engraved edges and a diamanté-embellished fold-over clasp complete the design. The excellent articulation speaks to its high-quality construction, which actually was the same as that used by Wachenheimer Bros. (Read about the companies' connection.) Bracelets in this style (known as flexible bracelets in that era) were all the rage in the 1920s-1930s and were typically worn in multiples. You can see this one paired with other line bracelets in the photos. Although the stones have aged a bit, this jewel still has lots of sparkle. Scroll down to see coordinating pieces.USD$195.00- Sold out
Diamanté & Sterling Silver Buckle Bracelet by Otis
1930s Jewelry, Otis Jewelry, Vintage BraceletsThis silver buckle bracelet features two rows of round diamanté set in sterling. The concealed clasp has a flat, rectangular tongue with a floral-decorated release button in the center; the straight safety-clasp swivels. This style of clasp was used by Wachenheimer Brothers ("WB") late in their production. The back is stamped “3 20 17”, the date the patent was issued to them for the way the links are connected. However, even though this bracelet has these WB characteristics, it doesn’t have the Diamonbar mark. Some of the components or the entire piece may have been made by WB, but I believe this bracelet was sold by Otis, the company that purchased the equipment and inventory from WB after they went out of business. Read more about the connection between these companies. Scroll down to see a selection of lovely coordinating pieces.USD$295.00 
Diamanté & Sterling Sunburst Eisenberg Earrings
1940s Jewelry, Eisenberg Jewelry, Vintage EarringsThese Eisenberg earrings have small round diamanté emanating from a larger stone, forming a sunburst design. The setting is sterling silver with screw-backs. These earrings are really alive with sparkle! They were advertised in the September 1, 1947 issue of Vogue. And they haven't lost their appeal – this pair sparkled on the runway at Toronto Fashion Week for Spring 2019. Scroll down to see a pearl and diamanté bracelet by the same maker, in a similar design.USD$275.00
Diamanté & Sterling Twisted Bar Brooch by Dorsons
1940s Jewelry, Dorsons Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & PinsThe design of this 1940s Dorsons sterling silver brooch with hand-set diamanté was called a ‘twisted bar pin’. It comes in its original box, marked with the Jubilee trademark used by the maker (aka D. Ornstein & Sons). This jewel is timeless, and it goes with everything! This brooch was advertised in the December 1, 1947 issue of Life magazine. Scroll down to see a selection of lovely coordinating bracelets.USD$295.00
Diamanté & Sterling Ciro Brooch or Pair of Clips
1940s Jewelry, Ciro Jewelry, Double Clip BroochesThis fine vintage Ciro brooch is a dainty and exceptionally well-made piece, probably from the early-1940s. The design of furled sterling silver ribbons set with diamanté reflects the romanticism of that decade. Although this jewel bears Ciro's mark, the piece was made by an unknown French or German company. Like the jewelry of many high-end retailers, Ciro’s was designed, produced and stamped with their logo by various manufacturers whose work was commissioned. The trombone clasp is a clue to the country of origin. Wear this lovely piece as a brooch or as separate dress clips. This double clip brooch is the only one I’ve seen with a brooch mechanism that frames the entire piece. Ciro jewels are hard to date and were not inexpensive.USD$325.00
Diamanté 1950s Expansion Bracelet by Schreiber & Hiller
1950s Jewelry, Schreiber & Hiller Jewelry, Vintage BraceletsThis expansion bracelet is unlike any you've ever seen! Four rows of rhodium-plated curved-top links set with diamanté stretch to allow you to put on the bracelet – it has no clasp. What's amazing is that the mechanism for stretching the piece – a series of springs – is concealed. The last photo shows part of the British utility patent for this construction. This bracelet is the only piece in this group with the 'SIMEX' trademark. I can’t figure out how to tell you the size of this piece other than how it fits me. My wrist is 6 ¾”, and the bracelet fits me fine. It stretches to the diameter of the widest part of my hand – 8 ½” – that’s required to put it on. Scroll down to see complementary necklaces.USD$395.00
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April Birthstone Jewelry
April birthstone jewelry features the diamond, one of the most prized gemstones and admired objects of desire since ancient times. Fortunately, imitation diamonds (called brilliants, pastes, strass, rhinestones and diamanté) have been used in jewelry since the 15th century. This collection of bracelets, brooches, earrings, necklaces, and clips features diamanté in both white and yellow metal settings, all from the 1920s through the 1950s. Color analysts recommend diamonds for women whose coloring defines them as an Autumn (a cool palette). But that doesn’t leave the rest of us out in the cold. Whether your palette is warm, cool, or neutral, you can add sparkle to your wardrobe with diamond and diamanté jewelry. See my styling tips for this gem.
April birthstone jewelry features the diamond, one of the most prized gemstones and admired objects of desire since ancient times. Fortunately, imitation diamonds (called brilliants, pastes, strass, rhinestones and diamanté) have been used in jewelry since the 15th century. This collection of bracelets, brooches, earrings, necklaces, and clips features diamanté in both white and yellow metal settings, all from the 1920s through the 1950s. Color analysts recommend diamonds for women whose coloring defines them as an Autumn (a cool palette). But that doesn’t leave the rest of us out in the cold. Whether your palette is warm, cool, or neutral, you can add sparkle to your wardrobe with diamond and diamanté jewelry. See my styling tips for this gem.