Citrine, Pearl & Gold 1950s Brooch & Earrings Set by Elsa Schiaparelli
$ 325
Additional information
| Maker | Elsa Schiaparelli |
|---|---|
| Size | Brooch: 1 3/4" diameter; earrings: 1" diameter |
| Condition | Excellent |
| Date | Early-1950s |
| Marks | Brooch: "Schiaparelli" (in script) on oval cartouche; earrings: "Schiaparelli" (in script) and "PAT 2583988" |
| Reference | Utility patent # 2,583,988 (for earring clasp) issued to Frederick A. Ballou, Jr. & Rogers T. Stafford in 1952 (application filed in 1949) |
This Schiaparelli earrings and brooch set from the 1950s features a large citrine glass stone surrounded by tiny pearls in an elaborate, antiqued, gold-plated setting. Notice how the faceting of each citrine ― known as a dentelle ― forms an eight-pointed star design. Schiaparelli frequently used this cut of glass stone in her pieces. The pin has a roll-over safety clasp. You can see the utility patent for the ear clip here, below the names Frederick A. Ballou, Jr. & Rogers T. Stafford.
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