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Aquamarine & 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 concealed clasp and safety catch. Scroll down to see a sterling Fahrner necklace that looks lovely with this piece.USD$1,495.00 -
Aquamarine & 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$295.00 -
Aquamarine & Sterling Bow Brooch & Earrings Set
1940s Jewelry, Costume Jewelry Sets / Parures, Hobé Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & PinsThis silver bow earrings and brooch set was hand-made 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$275.00 -
Aquamarine & 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$395.00 -
Aquamarine & Sterling Flower 1940s Bracelet by Hobé
1940s Jewelry, Hobé Jewelry, Vintage BraceletsThis 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 -
Aquamarine & Vermeil Sterling Flower Petal Earrings by Pennino Bros.
1940s Jewelry, Pennino Bros. Jewelry, Vintage EarringsThese 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 -
Aquamarine & 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$150.00 -
Aquamarine, Diamanté & Rose Vermeil Sterling Coro Leaf Pin
1940s Jewelry, Coro Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & PinsThis stunning Coro leaf pin in rose-gold-washed 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, has a roll-over safety clasp, and is perfect for women who look best in warm colors. 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 -
Aquamarine, Diamanté & Sterling Art Deco Bracelet
1920s Jewelry, Unknown (Maker's Mark is Unknown), Vintage BraceletsThis vintage aquamarine bracelet features pyramid-shaped glass stones alternating with links of diamanté. The setting is sterling silver with a spring-ring clasp. Although this lovely and versatile 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.USD$295.00 -
Aquamarine, 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. 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 -
Aquamarine, 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$250.00 -
Aquamarine, 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$345.00 -
Aquamarine, 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$175.00 -
Gemstone & Vermeil Sterling Flower Brooch/Pendant
1940s Jewelry, Coro Jewelry, Vintage Brooches & PinsThis vintage brooch pendant is a substantial 1940s ‘2-for-1’ jewel. The gold-plated sterling silver flower is embellished with aquamarine- and ruby-glass stones and diamanté accents. The petals of the flower have decorative piercing and are tilted and slightly curled, giving it lots of life. Designed by the remarkable Adolph Katz, this three-dimensional piece is a fine example of the Retro Modern style. 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. Note that any bright color variations in metal are only camera reflections.USD$245.00
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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.