Turquoise & Sapphire Earrings by Alice Caviness
1950s Jewelry, Alice Caviness Jewelry, Vintage EarringsThese vintage turquoise glass earrings are an imaginative 1950s design by Alice Caviness. An unusual textured turquoise stone shaped like a thick button with some sparkle is the centerpiece. Glass beads in sapphire blue (coated with aurora borealis) and turquoise set in gold-tone filigree surround half of the turquoise center. The components are mounted (wired?) onto a filigree back that holds the ear clip. The earrings face each other, so they beautifully frame the face when worn. This pair showcases this designer’s clever mix of colors and materials.USD$195.00
Turquoise & Silver Leaf Marcel Boucher Pin
1950s Jewelry, Marcel Boucher Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & PinsThis Boucher pin has richly-textured silver-tone metal leaves paired with turquoise-glass buds. The blue stones have the gold-tone flecks and veins usually seen in the real gemstone. This tailored and elegant 1950s piece has a rhodium-plated back with a roll-over safety clasp. A great addition to the jewelry wardrobe of those who look best in cool colors.USD$225.00
Turquoise Bead & Silver Chain Long Necklace
1920s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage NecklacesThis long turquoise bead necklace features round and tubular-shaped glass beads in various sizes connected with silver-tone chain. Today we’d call this piece a station necklace. When I bought it for my personal collection, I had my expert jeweler add the spring-ring clasp. The photos show this 47” piece worn doubled; if you have a slim neck, you could also wear it tripled!USD$295.00
Turquoise Bead Bracelet with Diamanté
1940s Jewelry, Vintage Bracelets, Vintage Miriam Haskell JewelryThis turquoise bead bracelet is a familiar style made by Miriam Haskell. This one has tiny glass beads and diamanté wrapped around a narrow, gold-tone hinged frame that closes with a concealed clasp and safety chain. The color is more green than other turquoise pieces by this company. A classy and classic piece that’s perfect for those who look best in warm colors. Just add faux or real diamond studs, and you’re good to go. This bracelet was made for a slim wrist. Please note the bracelet length (6 1/2") and check your wrist size before purchasing this piece. Scroll down to see the perfect Haskell brooch to wear with this jewel.USD$295.00
Turquoise Bead Choker Necklace
1950s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage NecklacesThis turquoise bead choker necklace has molded glass leaves with diamanté accents wired onto a brass-colored link base. The construction adds flexibility to this fun 1950s piece, which beautifully conforms to the shape of the neck. This choker closes with an adjustable hook-and-tail clasp, with beads on the end of the tail to add an extra touch of glamour. For even more of this fabulous color, add the matching earrings and/or bracelets – scroll down to see them.USD$225.00
Turquoise Brooch with Pate de Verre Flowers
1930s Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & Pins, Vintage Miriam Haskell JewelryThis turquoise brooch has pate de verre flowers mounted on a base of two large, textured, silver-tone lily leaves. Additional silver-tone beads and textured elements embellish the intricate design. The closure is a simple C-clasp. The design is by Frank Hess, and the materials and construction are Haskell all the way. This beautiful jewel is from my personal collection. Scroll down to see a lovely bracelet by the same maker to wear with this piece.USD$395.00
Turquoise Glass Bead & Diamanté 1950s Bracelet
1950s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage BraceletsThis vintage glass bead bracelet was made in one of the most popular colors of the 1950s: turquoise. It features molded-glass leaves interspersed with diamanté and woven onto a gold-tone mesh cuff. This bold, three-dimensional piece is not for the faint-hearted! Because it has a hinge but no clasp, this bracelet can accommodate a variety of wrist sizes. This is a rare instance where I have two of the same jewels, and they are shown together in the last photo. However, the bracelets are priced separately, so you may choose to buy only one. Scroll down to see the matching earrings and necklace.USD$175.00
Turquoise Glass Bead & Diamanté 1950s Earrings
1950s Jewelry, Unsigned Jewelry, Vintage EarringsThese turquoise bead earrings are fashioned from molded-glass leaves and diamanté woven onto a brass-colored filigree disk. This bold hue was the height of fashion in the 1950s and is perfect for those who look best in warm colors. A lovely color for warmer months, it also adds cheerfulness to the dark days of winter. These ear clips have a matching necklace and bracelet – scroll down to see them.USD$150.00
Turquoise, Diamanté & Gold Brooch by Hattie Carnegie
1950s Jewelry, Hattie Carnegie Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & PinsThis vintage gold brooch is a graceful and elegant 1950s jewel by Hattie Carnegie. The bottom layer is a furled leaf made from openwork, gold-tone metal. Tiny turquoise-glass beads decorate the flower layer on top. Both layers are pavé-embellished. The detail is superb, especially on the back, as one would expect from this fashion house. This piece closes with a roll-over safety clasp. Just add your own gold hoop or diamond stud earrings.USD$245.00
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December Birthstone Jewelry
Turquoise, the star of December birthstone jewelry, is one of the world’s oldest gemstones. Worn by ancient Egyptians and carved by Chinese artisans thousands of years ago, turquoise was a ceremonial gem for Native Americans. If you think of this stone only in the context of jewelry from the American southwest, you’re missing out on the wonderful beads, cabochons, and carved stones found in vintage costume jewelry. Turquoise was especially popular in the 1950s. Designers used unlined stones (favored by makers of fine jewelry) as well as those with veins (known as the matrix) to form beautiful earrings, brooches, necklaces, and bracelets.
Turquoise, the star of December birthstone jewelry, is one of the world’s oldest gemstones. Worn by ancient Egyptians and carved by Chinese artisans thousands of years ago, turquoise was a ceremonial gem for Native Americans. If you think of this stone only in the context of jewelry from the American southwest, you’re missing out on the wonderful beads, cabochons, and carved stones found in vintage costume jewelry. Turquoise was especially popular in the 1950s. Designers used unlined stones (favored by makers of fine jewelry) as well as those with veins (known as the matrix) to form beautiful earrings, brooches, necklaces, and bracelets.