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QuickviewAquamarine & Diamanté 1950s Bogoff Necklace
Vintage Necklaces, 1950s Jewelry, Bogoff JewelryThis 1950s Bogoff necklace with faceted marquis-shaped and round aquamarine glass stones adds this beautiful color and a touch of class to any outfit. Diamanté accent the center of this well-made piece, and the diamanté-embellished chain speaks the maker’s name. The white metal is rhodium-plated, and the clasp is the fold-over type. Aquamarine is a lovely color for every season and occasion.USD$175.00 -
QuickviewAquamarine & Filigree Art Deco Necklace
Vintage Necklaces, 1920s Jewelry, Unsigned JewelryThis lovely 1920s Art Deco necklace on a delicate chain features a centerpiece with alternating aquamarine-glass stones and square filigree plaques. The open-backed, faceted, shield-shaped stones sit on decorated frames. An aquamarine-glass bead sits at each end of the centerpiece. This necklace, which closes with a press-back filigree clasp, is chromium-plated. These particular aquamarines are right for those who look best in cooler colors. Scroll down to see complementary aquamarine bracelets to wear with this pretty jewel.USD$195.00 -
QuickviewAquamarine & Gilt Sterling Filigree Theodor Fahrner Bracelet
Vintage Bracelets, 1930s Jewelry, Fahrner JewelryThis 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 concealed clasp and safety catch. Scroll down to see a sterling Fahrner necklace that looks lovely with this piece.USD$1,495.00 -
QuickviewAquamarine & Sterling 4-Loop Bow Brooch & Earrings Set by Hobé
Costume Jewelry Sets / Parures, 1940s Jewelry, Hobé JewelryA sterling silver four-loop bow forms the foundation of the brooch in this 1940s set 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 aquamarine 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 Hobé's Aquamarine & Sterling Flower Bracelet – scroll down to see it.USD$295.00 -
QuickviewAquamarine & Sterling Bow 1940s Brooch & Earrings Set by Hobé
Costume Jewelry Sets / Parures, 1940s Jewelry, Hobé JewelryA flower with an aquamarine-glass-stone center sits atop the four-looped bow foundation of this 1940s Hobé brooch. The ribbons are 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 Hobé's Aquamarine & Sterling Flower Bracelet – scroll down to see it.USD$275.00 -
QuickviewAquamarine & Sterling Fan 1940s Brooch by Hobé
Vintage Brooches & Pins, 1940s Jewelry, Hobé JewelryThis 1940s large sterling silver fan-shaped brooch is another beautiful Hobé design. 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$345.00 -
QuickviewAquamarine & Sterling Flower 1920s Brooch by Bjerregaard
Vintage Brooches & Pins, 1920s JewelryThis Scandinavian vintage silver brooch is in the shape of a simple, yet elegant flower with an aquamarine glass stone center. This sterling piece has the smooth finish often associated with jewelry from that part of the world. According to the website Online Encyclopedia of Silver Marks, Hallmarks, and Makers’ Marks, this brooch was made by Hans Saugmann Bjerregaard, a silversmith in Kjellerup (central Denmark) from 1921-1937. This piece is lovely!USD$165.00 -
QuickviewAquamarine & Sterling Flower 1940s Bracelet by Hobé
Vintage Bracelets, 1940s Jewelry, Hobé JewelryThis vintage sterling silver flower bracelet has six panels of petals with a large, round aquamarine-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 bracelet has a fold-over clasp. The same floral motif can be found in several brooches (some with matching earrings) by this maker – scroll down to see them.USD$325.00 -
QuickviewAquamarine & Sterling Line Bracelet
Vintage Bracelets, 1920s Jewelry, Unknown (Maker's Mark is Unknown)This vintage aquamarine bracelet has square-cut glass stones channel-set in rhodium-plated sterling silver links with engraved edges. It is an excellent example of an Art Deco line bracelet, so popular in the 1920s-1930s. Longer than many from this era, this one has substantial weight and width as well as excellent construction and articulation. The concealed clasp has a safety catch. This bracelet is signed, but I cannot identify the maker. Because of its simple, classic lines, this bracelet coordinates well with more elaborate pieces from other eras. In fact, it adorned a runway model at Toronto Fashion Week for Spring 2019. She wore this jewel with fabulous 1950s diamanté chandelier earrings, which you can see here. Scroll down for a selection of pieces from different decades that coordinate with this beautiful bracelet.USD$395.00 -
QuickviewAquamarine & Vermeil Sterling Bow 1940s Brooch by Hobé
Vintage Brooches & Pins, 1940s Jewelry, Hobé JewelryThis gorgeous horizontal, sterling silver bow brooch is a larger and more elaborate variation of a popular Hobé theme. Flowing buds are graceful embellishments to the trio of aquamarine glass stones that follows the curve of each ribbon loop. The gold-plated sterling flower in the center is a stunning rendition of my favorite Hobé form. The pin closes with a roll-over safety clasp.USD$395.00 -
QuickviewAquamarine & Vermeil Sterling Flower 1940s Brooch by Hess-Appel
Vintage Brooches & Pins, 1940s Jewelry, Hess-Appel JewelryThis large 1940s gold-washed sterling silver Retro Modern brooch is bold and beautiful. It features a faceted, round aquamarine-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 to give this brooch a jaunty look. The finish is in great shape. The pin closes with a roll-over safety clasp.USD$150.00 -
QuickviewAquamarine & Vermeil Sterling Flower Petal Earrings by Pennino Bros.
Vintage Earrings, 1940s Jewelry, Pennino Bros. JewelryThese lively flower petal earrings with aquamarine-glass-stone centers were made by Pennino Bros. in the 1940s. The curled, flirty flower petals in gold-washed sterling silver are the same shape and finish this maker used in a series of 1947 brooches, called Sunburst. The stone settings are the same as their Bulrush brooch and earrings set from the same year. According to Brunialti, the patent pending mark on the earrings refers to the clip mechanism. These designs were not patented. These details are just for background – these ear clips are divine! And by facing each other, they frame your face to perfection.USD$195.00 -
QuickviewAquamarine 1920s Necklace
Vintage Necklaces, 1920s Jewelry, Unsigned JewelryThis vintage aquamarine necklace has watery-blue-glass stones set in etched-silver-metal frames. The stones are faceted on top and have pointed bottoms. This stunning, well-made 1920s Art Deco classic closes with a spring-ring clasp. The frames and links may be sterling, but only the clasp is marked. This lovely jewel, from my personal collection, would suit someone who looks best in cool colors. Scroll down to see aquamarine Art Deco bracelets to wear with this beautiful piece.USD$345.00 -
QuickviewAquamarine Bead & Diamanté 1940s Oval Brooch by Miriam Haskell
Vintage Brooches & Pins, 1940s Jewelry, Vintage Miriam Haskell JewelryThis beaded aquamarine brooch is a 1940s design for Miriam Haskell. Diamanté navette flower petals sit atop the layers of aquamarine glass beads. They are wired onto a pierced plastic back with a simple C-clasp closure. This Frank Hess-designed brooch looks lovely when worn with diamond stud earrings (faux or real) and an Art Deco aquamarine bracelet – scroll down to see a selection of the latter. A touch of elegance from a bygone era that’s perfect for day or evening wear.USD$295.00 -
QuickviewAquamarine, Diamanté & Rose Vermeil Sterling 1940s Leaf Brooch by Coro
Vintage Brooches & Pins, 1940s Jewelry, Coro JewelryThis stunning 1940s brooch features a large leaf in rose-gold-washed sterling silver with 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 piece was designed by Adolph Katz for Coro Craft, Coro's high-end line. This three-dimensional Retro Modern brooch is in amazing condition and has a roll-over safety clasp. This piece 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$295.00 -
QuickviewAquamarine, Diamanté & Sterling Art Deco Bracelet
Vintage Bracelets, 1920s Jewelry, Unknown (Maker's Mark is Unknown)This Art Deco bracelet features pyramid-shaped aquamarine rhinestones alternating with links of diamanté, all set in sterling silver with a spring-ring clasp. Although this piece is signed, I cannot identify the maker. This bracelet was made for a slim wrist. Please note the bracelet length (6 3/4") and check your wrist size before purchasing this piece. Scroll down to see some coordinating pieces.USD$295.00 -
QuickviewAquamarine, Diamanté & Sterling Flower Basket Brooch by Trifari
Vintage Brooches & Pins, 1940s Jewelry, Trifari JewelryThis 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. Two other brooches in this design are available: one has ruby flowers; the other, amethysts – scroll down to see them. All three pieces were from my personal collection. You could wear them together on your shoulder for a unique embellishment!USD$225.00 -
QuickviewAquamarine, Diamanté & Vermeil Sterling 1940s Coro Bracelet
Vintage Bracelets, 1940s Jewelry, Coro JewelryThis 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$250.00 -
QuickviewAquamarine, Diamanté & Vermeil Sterling Flower 1940s Brooch by Mazer Bros.
Vintage Brooches & Pins, 1940s Jewelry, Mazer Bros. JewelryThis tall and graceful brooch by Mazer Bros. is a fine example of the Retro Modern style. This substantial, stylized flower features a large, faceted cushion-cut aquamarine-glass stone as its focal point. The gold-washed, sterling silver setting is further embellished with four, faceted oval-cut aquamarines 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.USD$325.00 -
QuickviewAquamarine, Pink Topaz & Gold Circle 1940s Brooch by Lampl
Vintage Brooches & Pins, 1940s Jewelry, Walter Lampl JewelryThis gold-filled circle 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 brooch by Walter Lampl 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$150.00 -
QuickviewAquamarine, Ruby, Diamanté & Vermeil Sterling Flower 1940s Brooch/Pendant by Coro
Vintage Brooches & Pins, 1940s Jewelry, Coro JewelryThis substantial 1940s vermeil sterling silver flower brooch adorned with aquamarine and ruby glass stones and diamanté accents is a fine example of the Retro Modern style. The petals of the flower have decorative cut-outs and are tilted and slightly curled, giving it lots of life. Designed by the remarkable Adolph Katz, this three-dimensional piece can be worn as a brooch or pendant. One photo shows the pendant on a black cord, but you may prefer a gold chain. A 17-inch, 2mm black rubber cord with a stainless steel twist lock (just like the one in the photo) is included with this purchase. Scroll down to see similar brooches with a diamanté center (one has the pendant loop) as well as a bracelet with that design, all by the same maker.USD$195.00
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March Birthstone Jewelry
March birthstone jewelry features aquamarine, a gemstone named for the Latin words for sea and of the water. It was believed to protect sailors and warriors in battle and has been a symbol of youth, hope, health, and fidelity for centuries. In addition to its legendary powers, aquamarine has been popular since ancient times because of its pleasing color, which ranges from sky-blue to greenish-blue. Although the cool hue of the stone itself is most flattering to women who look best in a cool color palette, those who look best in warm colors will find aquamarine pieces in gold and rose-gold settings in this collection. See styling tips for adorning today’s fashion with vintage aquamarine jewelry.
March birthstone jewelry features aquamarine, a gemstone named for the Latin words for sea and of the water. It was believed to protect sailors and warriors in battle and has been a symbol of youth, hope, health, and fidelity for centuries. In addition to its legendary powers, aquamarine has been popular since ancient times because of its pleasing color, which ranges from sky-blue to greenish-blue. Although the cool hue of the stone itself is most flattering to women who look best in a cool color palette, those who look best in warm colors will find aquamarine pieces in gold and rose-gold settings in this collection. See styling tips for adorning today’s fashion with vintage aquamarine jewelry.