Two pins that were never meant to match and are better for it — a brushed gold-tone diamond with a curved sweep of ice-blue baguettes along one edge, and a silver-tone round set with a large faceted clear crystal in a scalloped crown. Scatter pins like these were a mid-century staple, worn in clusters on lapels and collars, and the mismatched pairing reads as intentional by contemporary standards. Sold as a set; wear to the reverse of the crystal pin, light wear to the gold tone square.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, silver-tone base metal, blue baguette stones, clear faceted crystal

Details:

• Era: 1950s–1960s
• Markings: "Balloun Reg'd" on crystal pin butterfly back; "Jandy Reg'd" on square pin butterfly back
• Style / design notes: Diamond-form brushed gold-tone pin with curved blue baguette accent; round silver-tone pin with large prong-set faceted crystal in scalloped setting
• Stone or material notes: Ice-blue baguette stones, identity unconfirmed; clear faceted crystal
• Color: Gold-tone, silver-tone, ice blue, clear
• Condition: Good vintage condition; tone loss and wear to reverse of crystal pin, light wear to gold square; fronts presentable
• Measurement: Approximately 3/8" each

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Polished ridges arc across a domed half-hoop form — simple in concept, precise in execution, and exactly the kind of piece Napier was making when the brand was at its most considered. The "Pat. Pend." stamp on the clip back dates these to the period when Napier was actively refining its earring hardware, a detail that places them firmly in the 1950s–1960s. Minor wear consistent with age; the silver tone is largely intact and the clips function well.

Materials: Silver-tone base metal

Details:

• Era: 1950s–1960s
• Markings: "Napier Pat. Pend." stamped on clip back
• Style / design notes: Domed half-hoop form, parallel ribbed surface, clip-back fitting with Napier patented mechanism
• Stone or material notes: None
• Color: Silver-tone
• Condition: Good vintage condition; minor wear and light chipping, clips functional
• Measurement: Approximately 5/8" × 1/2" each

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Every surface of this small mouse is worked in Toledo damascene — gold and silver inlay etched into a blackened metal ground in the fine foliate patterns that made Spanish Toledo work internationally sought from the mid-century onward. The round ears, curling tail, and red enamel eyes give it warmth without sentimentality, and the craftsmanship is genuinely meticulous at this scale. A piece that rewards close looking.

Materials: Damascene base metal, gold and silver inlay, red enamel

Details:

• Era: 1950s–1960s
• Markings: None
• Style / design notes: Figural mouse form, all-over Toledo damascene inlay in foliate pattern, gold and silver on blackened ground, red enamel eyes, curling tail, roller catch pin back
• Stone or material notes: Red enamel eyes
• Color: Gold, silver, black, red
• Condition: great vintage condition
• Measurement: 1.6" × .75"

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A bold floral cluster of round brilliant cubic zirconia — center stone ringed by eight larger stones, all framed by a pavé halo — sits atop a triple split shank set with additional CZ down each band. The layered construction gives the ring considerable presence without heaviness, and the rhodium-finish sterling catches light from every angle. Vintage-inspired in its cluster silhouette and generous scale, it works as well with denim as it does with a dressed-up look.

Materials: 925 sterling silver; round brilliant cubic zirconia (simulated); rhodium plated finish

Details:

• Era: c. 2000s–2010s, vintage-inspired design
• Markings: Stamped "925 CN" and "FZN" on inner shank
• Style / design notes: Round CZ center stone; eight-stone surrounding cluster; pavé halo frame; triple split shank with pavé CZ set down each band
• Stone or material notes: Cubic zirconia — all simulated; no natural stones
• Function: Cocktail / fashion ring
• Color: Clear and silver
• Condition: Excellent condition

Measurement: Size 8

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A single faux pearl sits atop a slender curved gold-tone stem flanked by two engraved leaves — the whole piece no bigger than a fingertip, and entirely self-contained in its elegance. It has the quality of something found in a garden just before bloom, reduced to its essential geometry. The large disc pin back is a practical touch that keeps the piece secure on delicate fabrics. Wear it alone at the collar or cluster it with other small pins.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal stem and leaves; faux pearl bud; large disc roll-over pin back

Details:

• Era: c. 1970s–1980s
  
• Style / design notes: Curved botanical stem with two engraved gold-tone leaves; single oval faux pearl at apex; large round disc pin back
• Stone or material notes: Faux pearl — simulated luster finish
• Function: Scatter / lapel pin brooch
• Color: White pearl and gold tone
• Condition: Great vintage condition

Measurement: Approximately 3/4" tall

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The elephant's trunk doesn't just curl — it becomes the bracelet itself, nine articulated pavé-set segments flowing from a fully sculpted head clasp down to the wrist and back. Each link is numbered on the reverse, a quiet testament to the engineering behind what reads, from the front, as pure spectacle. Emerald rhinestone eyes and gold-tone tusks anchor the face; the two-tone treatment carries through the length of the band. Some tone loss to the reverse of the links, as expected; the front is brilliant throughout, with no missing stones.

Materials: Gold-tone and silver-tone base metal, pavé white rhinestones, emerald green rhinestone eyes

Details:

• Era: 1980s
• Markings: Assembly numbers 1–9 on interior trunk segments
• Style / design notes: Figural elephant head clasp, fully pavé-set articulated trunk band, emerald rhinestone eyes, gold-tone tusks and ear rims, two-tone finish
• Stone or material notes: Pavé white rhinestones throughout; emerald green faceted rhinestone eyes; all stones present
• Color: Silver-tone, gold-tone, green
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition; tone loss to reverse of links only, front excellent throughout
• Measurement: Approximately 7" length

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A dense arrangement of sculpted petals, leaves, and granule-edged blooms rises into a full dimensional cluster — the kind of ring that looks grown rather than made. Three coral-pink glass cabochons nestle into the composition at intervals, their warm tone sitting naturally against the deeply worked gold. The adjustable band makes this one genuinely wearable across sizes; some light tone loss at the highest relief points, as expected from a piece with this much surface.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, coral glass cabochons

Details:

• Era: 1960s–1970s
• Markings: None
• Style / design notes: High-relief botanical cluster top, layered petal and leaf forms, granule border detail, three coral-pink glass cabochon accents, open adjustable band
• Stone or material notes: Coral-pink glass cabochons, smooth and uniform
• Color: Gold-tone, coral pink
• Condition: Good vintage condition; light tone loss at relief points
• Size: Adjustable, fits size 7+
• Measurement: Top 1" × 1.2"

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A small raised hand emerges from a detailed sleeve cuff, cast in silver-tone metal — the mano cornuto, an Italian gesture carried for centuries as a ward against the evil eye. This motif moved from Mediterranean folk tradition into mid-century charm bracelet culture with ease, and its staying power says something about the weight a small object can hold. Open jump ring, ready to layer.

Materials: Silver-tone base metal

Details:

• Era: Mid-century, likely 1950s–1960s
• Markings: None
• Style / design notes: Figural hand charm, mano cornuto gesture, detailed sleeve cuff, open jump ring
• Stone or material notes: None
• Color: Silver-tone
• Condition: excellent vintage condition
• Measurement: 5mm × 18mm excluding jump ring

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A quill feather rendered in Spanish damascene — the centuries-old Toledo tradition of inlaying fine gold wire and colored enamel into blackened metal — with yellow, green, and white scrolling detail across every barb. A matching damascene ball serves as the chained safety cap at the pin's end, making the entire piece a cohesive object from tip to terminus. Spanish damascene stick pins of this quality were among the most sought-after tourist and export pieces of the post-war decades.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, Spanish damascene enamel inlay (yellow, green, white on blackened metal)

Details:

• Era: 1950s–1960s
• Markings: "Spain" stamped on reverse
• Style / design notes: Feather/quill form, full damascene enamel coverage, scrolling gold inlay detail, chained matching damascene ball safety cap
• Stone or material notes: Toledo-style damascene — gold wire and colored enamel inlaid into blackened base metal
• Color: Yellow, green, white, and black with gold inlay
• Condition: Vintage with wear consistent and tone loss is a few places, see images
• Measurement: 3.5" long

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Five oval faceted stones — amethyst, peridot, champagne topaz, blue topaz, and amethyst — line up in a graduated spectrum across an oxidized sterling band framed above and below by rows of marcasite. Thai sterling workshops were producing some of the finest accessible gemstone jewelry from the 1970s onward, and the CNA maker's mark, wide tapered band, and oxidized finish suggest this piece dates to the earlier end of that tradition. Stamped 925, CNA, and Thailand on the inner band.

Materials: Sterling silver (925), amethyst, peridot, champagne topaz, blue topaz, marcasite

Details:

• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Markings: "925 CNA" and "Thailand" stamped inside band
• Style / design notes: Five-stone graduated band, oval faceted gemstones in prong settings, marcasite pavé border above and below, oxidized finish, wide tapered band
• Stone or material notes: Natural gemstones — amethyst (x2), peridot, champagne topaz, blue topaz; marcasite accent rows
• Color: Oxidized silver with multi-color stones
• Condition: Vintage with gentle surface wear consistent with age
• Measurement: Size 8

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A sleek, elongated Siamese cat sits in perfect composure — open cutout eyes, engraved whiskers, and a curled tail that anchors the composition with quiet confidence. Gerry's produced some of the most beloved mid-century figural brooches in American costume jewelry, and cat pins were among their signature subjects. The high-polish finish and streamlined silhouette place this firmly in the 1960s modernist aesthetic.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:

• Era: 1960s
• Markings: Gerry's (partially obscured by pin mechanism)
• Style / design notes: Seated Siamese cat form, cutout eyes, engraved whisker detail, curled tail, high-polish finish, openwork legs
• Stone or material notes: None
• Color: Gold-tone
• Condition: Excellent Vintage Condition
• Measurement: 1.5" x 0.75"

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An engraved bow suspends a beaded-border oval frame holding an original black and white photograph of a young man — the classic form of the WWII-era sweetheart pin, worn by women to keep a loved one close while they were away. The photograph appears original to the piece, making this as much a found artifact as a piece of jewelry. Unsigned and quietly affecting.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, original black and white photograph under glass

Details:

• Era: 1940s–1950s
• Markings: None
• Style / design notes: Engraved ribbon bow brooch with suspended oval portrait frame, beaded border, original black and white photo of young man
• Stone or material notes: Glass-covered photo compartment
• Color: Antique gold-tone
• Condition: Vintage with gentle surface wear consistent with age; original photograph intact
• Measurement: 1" x 2"

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The elytra — the hard outer wings — split open to reveal a silver sunburst dial signed "Jufrex 17 Jewels Coccinelle Swiss," a 17-jewel mechanical movement housed inside a gold-tone scarab beetle pendant. Coccinelle novelty watches were produced by Swiss makers in the 1960s and 70s as wearable objects of pure delight — the kind of piece that exists at the intersection of horology and jewelry. Stamped "Aluminum Cicada Watch MOVT 834/86 Swiss" on the reverse; listed untested but the mechanical movement may run with servicing.

Materials: Aluminum and gold-tone base metal, Swiss mechanical movement

Details:

• Era: 1960s–1970s
• Markings: "Jufrex 17 Jewels Coccinelle Swiss" on dial; "Aluminum Cicada Watch MOVT 834/86 Swiss" on caseback
• Style / design notes: Scarab/beetle form, opening wing mechanism reveals watch dial, gold-tone crown at base, box chain
• Stone or material notes: None
• Function: 17-jewel Swiss mechanical movement — untested, may need service
• Color: Gold-tone
• Condition: Good vintage condition with a few scrapes and wear across the piece; see images 
• Measurement: Pendant 1" x 1.5"; chain 24"

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A warm terracotta and cream resin cameo — a loose-haired classical figure — sits flush in a simple gold-tone oval bezel that opens to reveal a sunburst-engraved interior on one side and a plain photo panel on the other. The restraint of the setting lets the cameo read as the quiet centerpiece it is, without competing ornament. A wearable, everyday piece with genuine vintage presence.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, resin cameo

Details:

• Era: 1960s–1970s
• Markings: None
• Style / design notes: Oval locket form, flush-set resin cameo front, sunburst engraved interior panel, single photo compartment, oval link chain
• Stone or material notes: Terracotta and cream resin cameo — classical female profile with loose hair
• Color: Gold-tone with terracotta and cream
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition
• Measurement: 24" chain; pendant 1.75" x 1.25"

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The front face presents a dark grey resin cameo — a crowned classical figure — set within a seed pearl halo and an ornate gold-tone filigree frame with applied leaf details; flip it over and a full clock face appears, signed "American Time," with black Roman numeral cartouches on a gilt sunburst dial. The gold-tone chain tassel below anchors the composition and adds movement. A piece that commits fully to the Victorian revival sensibility of the 1970s, functioning as both jewelry and timepiece. Listed untested.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, grey resin cameo, faux seed pearls

Details:

• Era: 1970s
• Markings: "American Time" on watch dial
• Style / design notes: Reversible pendant — cameo on front, watch face on reverse; oval filigree frame with applied leaves, seed pearl inner halo, gold-tone tassel drop, rope chain
• Stone or material notes: Dark grey resin cameo on black ground; faux seed pearl halo
• Function: Mechanical or quartz pendant watch — untested
• Color: Antique gold-tone with grey and cream
• Condition: Great vintage condition
• Measurement: 30" chain; pendant 1.25" x 2.5"

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A black resin cameo set against ivory sits within a hexagonal filigree frame adorned with applied flowers, scrollwork, and small faux pearls — the whole composition suspended above a cascade of draped curb chains and gold-tone tassels. This is the 1970s Victorian revival at its most theatrical, channeling the layered excess of the Gilded Age through the lens of the decade's appetite for statement jewelry. Unsigned and entirely committed to its own drama.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, black and white resin cameo, faux pearls

Details:

• Era: 1970s
• Markings: None
• Style / design notes: Hexagonal filigree frame, applied flower accents, scrollwork detail, faux pearl stations, black resin silhouette cameo on ivory ground, three chain tassels and two draped curb chains below, rope chain
• Stone or material notes: Black and white resin cameo; faux pearl cabochons
• Color: Antique gold-tone with black, white, and cream accents
• Condition: Good condition, discoloration in the center front of the piece, see images
• Measurement: 24" chain; pendant 2" x 3"

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A pleated fan set with marcasite stones opens to reveal a marquise-shaped quartz watch face with Roman numerals — a piece that functions as both jewelry and timepiece, in the tradition of Victorian and Edwardian pendant watches. The marcasite-set bow at the crown is a period-perfect detail, grounding the Art Deco revival aesthetic that defined so much of 1980s fine costume jewelry. Listed untested; likely needs a battery.

Materials: Silver-tone base metal, marcasite stones

Details:

• Era: 1980s Art Deco revival
• Markings: "Quartz" on dial face; no other markings
• Style / design notes: Fan-form pendant, pleated ribs with marcasite set throughout, marcasite bow at crown, marquise watch face with Roman numerals, opens to reveal watch, link chain
• Stone or material notes: Marcasite stones throughout front face and bow
• Function: Quartz pendant watch — untested, likely needs battery
• Color: Oxidized silver-tone
• Condition: great vintage condition, see photos
• Measurement: 1.25" x 1.75" closed; 26" chain

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A deeply dimensional repousse village scene — figures gathered beneath trees, a church spire in the distance, a dog at rest in the foreground — covers the entire front face of this substantial oval locket, with the scene continuing in relief on the interior left panel. Whiting & Davis, best known for their mesh bags and jewelry, produced pieces of genuine craft, and this locket carries that legacy in its weight and detail. The brushed reverse and single photo compartment keep the interior calm against the narrative exterior.

Materials: Silver-tone base metal

Details:

• Era: 1970s
• Markings: Whiting & Davis (confirmed by brand attribution — please verify signature location on piece)
• Style / design notes: Large oval locket, full-coverage repousse village scene on front, relief scene continues on interior left panel, brushed crosshatch reverse, single photo compartment, rope chain
• Stone or material notes: None
• Color: Oxidized silver-tone
• Condition: Great Vintage Condition
• Measurement: 26" chain; pendant 2" x 2.5"

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A deeply carved tortoiseshell-glass cameo — a classical female profile in warm amber and brown — suspends from an ornate filigree bail on a long gold-tone bar link chain punctuated by faceted amber glass barrel beads. The 1928 Jewelry Company, founded in 1968, built its identity entirely around Victorian revival aesthetics, and this piece is among their most accomplished expressions of that sensibility. At 28" the chain wears as an opera-length statement, the pendant settling low with quiet gravity.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, tortoiseshell-effect glass cameo, amber glass barrel beads

Details:

• Era: 1970s–1980s (1928 Jewelry Company)
• Markings: "1928" tag on chain clasp
• Style / design notes: Rectangular carved glass cameo, classical female profile, ornate filigree bail with scroll detail, milgrain-edged bezel, engraved bar link chain, faceted amber glass barrel beads
• Stone or material notes: Tortoiseshell-effect amber glass cameo; faceted amber glass beads — not natural tortoiseshell
• Color: Amber, brown, and gold-tone
• Condition: Great vintage condition, a bit of wear and tone loss on the back of the pendant
• Measurement: 28" chain; pendant 1.5" x 1"

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Vintage Sarah Coventry necklace featuring a sculptural snake-style chain with a textured, scale-like front section that curves beautifully along the neckline. The design blends smooth chain with dimensional pattern for a subtle statement look.

A classic mid-century to late-century Sarah Coventry piece—versatile, elegant, and easy to wear as a choker-length necklace.

• Length: approx. 17”

Very good vintage condition with light wear consistent with age.

Era: Likely 1970s–1980s

Vintage necklace featuring an ornate Victorian revival pendant with a romantic “courting couple” porcelain-style cabochon, framed by intricate gold-tone filigree and delicate faux pearl accents. A coordinating top medallion connects to a graceful double-chain drop, creating an elegant 5-inch dangle.

• Chain length: 22”
• Drop length: approx. 5”

Very good vintage condition with light wear consistent with age.

Era: Late 1980s – early 1990s

Vintage 1980s hinged bangle bracelet featuring a sculptural twisted design with a darkened silver-tone finish and dotted texture. Accented with scattered aurora borealis rhinestones that catch flashes of blue, green, and violet light.

The contrast of oxidized tone and subtle sparkle gives this piece a moody, dimensional look—bold yet wearable. Secure hinged closure. Very good vintage condition with light wear consistent with age.

Vintage 1980s gold-tone expansion bracelet featuring bold ribbed, sculptural links with a high-polish finish. The dimensional, almost molten texture reflects light beautifully, giving the piece a strong, statement presence.

Comfortable stretch fit with an easy slip-on design—perfect worn alone or stacked. A classic retro piece with that unmistakable 80s boldness. Very good vintage condition with light wear consistent with age.

Vintage 1950s expansion bracelet marked Made in Japan, featuring rows of white faux pearls set in silver-tone prongs over a flexible stretch band. The layered design creates a soft, dimensional look with a subtle contrast between bright beads and aged patina.

A classic mid-century piece from the post-war Japanese export era, with easy slip-on wear and timeless retro styling. Very good vintage condition with light wear consistent with age.

A constellation at the wrist—deep green facets set in orbit, each stone catching light like a quiet pulse.

This wide vintage cuff is richly set with emerald-toned rhinestones, arranged in repeating crescent forms. The setting has a darkened silver-tone finish, giving depth and contrast—almost celestial against the saturated green. The structure feels architectural yet fluid, wrapping the wrist in texture and shimmer.

Unmarked, but evocative of mid-century costume design with Art Deco revival influence.

Details

• Vintage rhinestone cuff bracelet
• Emerald green glass stones
• Dark silver-tone / gunmetal finish
• Hinged
• Unmarked

Measurements

• Width: approx. 1.5”
• Inner circumference: standard cuff fit 

Condition
Very good vintage condition. Stones appear present and vibrant with minor wear to metal consistent with age.

Era
Likely 1950s–1970s, with Deco-inspired patterning

Puffy, ribbed petals radiate from a domed center in a form that is simultaneously floral and sculptural — the kind of piece Monet built its reputation on through decades of producing accessible gold-tone jewelry with genuine craft. The high-polish finish catches light from every angle, giving these small earrings a presence well beyond their scale. Signed Monet on the clip mechanism.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:

• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Markings: "Monet" stamped on clip
• Style / design notes: Dimensional flower form, ribbed puffy petals, domed center, high-polish finish, clip-on stud back
• Stone or material notes: None
• Function: Clip-on back
• Color: Gold-tone
• Condition: Vintage with gentle surface wear consistent with age

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Description: Six bold domed glass cabochons, each painted with a mandala-like floral medallion in a different colorway — burgundy, black, green, grey, blue, and red — set into ornate gold-tone frames with a textured, almost architectural surround. The Moroccan-inspired patterning gives each panel the feeling of a mosaic tile lifted from a riad wall and set into jewelry. Celebrity N.Y. was a Brooklyn-based brand sold through home parties from the mid-1950s through the early 1970s, making pieces that punched well above their price point. This bracelet has real presence on the wrist.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal frames and link chain; domed painted glass cabochons; spring ring clasp with safety chain

Description: A study in contrast and craft — this brooch centers a hand-etched bird amid scrolling botanicals, rendered in gold inlay on oxidized steel in the Toledo tradition. The octagonal panel is framed by an elaborate gold-tone filigree border that catches light from every angle. Damascene work traces its roots to Moorish Spain, and pieces like this one were made at their peak in mid-century Toledo workshops. Wears beautifully on a lapel, coat, or scarf.

Materials: Gold-toned metal filigree frame; oxidized steel center panel with gold inlay (damasquino technique)

Details:

• Era: c. 1950s–1960s
  
• Style / design notes: Octagonal damascene center panel; ornate looped filigree surround; bird in flight with floral and scroll motifs
• Material notes: Gold inlay on blackened steel
• Function: Pin brooch
• Color: Black and gold
• Condition: Good vintage condition, some gold tone loss around edges

Measurement: 1.6" × 1.9"

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A slender skeleton key form set with a line of clear rhinestones along the shaft and a single pink stone at the center of the quatrefoil bow — small in scale, specific in charm. Key brooches were a recurring motif in mid-century costume jewelry, carrying quiet symbolism alongside their decorative appeal. Unsigned and in sweet original condition.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, clear and pink glass rhinestones

Details:

• Era: 1950s–1960s
• Markings: None
• Style / design notes: Skeleton key form, rhinestone-set shaft, openwork quatrefoil bow with pink center stone, square openwork bit
• Stone or material notes: Clear glass rhinestones along shaft; single pink glass rhinestone at bow center
• Color: Gold-tone with clear and pink stones
• Condition: Gold tone loss/ chipping a a few spots on the piece, view photos
• Measurement: 1.6" long, 0.4" wide

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A central raised leaf sits within an oval frame of smaller petals and foliage, all rendered in brushed gold-tone with the confident dimensionality that defined Trifari's mid-century botanical work. The rope-edged oval border contains the composition without constraining it — structured yet organic. Trifari was one of America's premier costume jewelry houses, and pieces like this reflect the brand at its most considered.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:

• Era: 1960s
• Markings: Trifari signature visible on clip mechanism
• Style / design notes: Oval openwork frame, dimensional central leaf, surrounding petal and foliage detail, rope-edged border, brushed matte finish
• Stone or material notes: None
• Function: Clip-on back
• Color: Gold-tone
• Condition: Great vintage condition
• Measurement: 1.25" tall, 1" wide

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A white enamel unicorn head with purple and gold mane detail sits atop a slender gold-tone stick pin — small in scale, specific in character. Stick pins enjoyed a revival in the late 1970s through the 1980s as a way to personalize lapels, scarves, and knit collars, and fantasy motifs like unicorns were among the most collectible. 

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, white and pink/purple enamel

Details:

• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Markings: None
• Style / design notes: Unicorn head motif, cloisonné-style enamel detailing, gold-tone horn and mane outlines, bullet-end safety cap
• Stone or material notes: White and purple enamel fill
• Color: White, purple, and gold-tone
• Condition: Vintage with gentle surface wear consistent with age, tone loss on the end off the piece and varnish a has a bit of yellowing on the face on the unicorn. (see images for reference.) 
• Measurement: 2.25" long, 0.5" wide

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Add a touch of timeless charm to your collection with this authentic vintage horseshoe brooch. A classic symbol of protection and good fortune, this piece features a graceful arrangement of faceted teal rhinestones, each held in a secure prong setting. The deep, moody blue-green stones (often called "Montana Blue" in vintage jewelry) offer a beautiful contrast against the darkened "antiqued" metal. Whether worn on a lapel, scarf, or hat, this lucky talisman is a perfect blend of equestrian tradition and Art Deco elegance.

• Brand: Unsigned / Estate Find.
• Era: Vintage 1940's
• Material: Antiqued silver-tone metal with faceted glass rhinestones.
• Style: Edwardian / Art Deco Revival / Equestrian.
• Design: Open horseshoe "Good Luck" motif.
• Closure: Secure rollover safety clasp 
• Condition: Good vintage condition with a desirable aged patina.

Embrace the bold glamour of the 1970s with this authentic Lisner statement necklace. This stunning piece features a multi-strand chain design that culminates in a dramatic, fluid chain tassel. The necklace is accented with textured gold-tone beads and a decorative filigree cap, capturing the high-low "Boho Glam" aesthetic of the era. Substantial in weight and style, it’s a perfect focal piece for vintage enthusiasts and modern maximalists alike.

• Brand: Authentic Lisner (Signed on the clasp).
• Era: Vintage (Circa 1970s).
• Material: High-quality gold-tone plating with a mix of polished and textured finishes.
• Style: Multi-strand draped chain with a large fringe tassel pendant.
• Closure: Secure fold-over or spring ring clasp.
• Length: 22" plus 2" tassle
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with a rich, aged gold patina.

A whimsical and rare statement piece from Swarovski. This mixed-metal lariat necklace features a beautiful silver-tone chain adorned with seven iconic "good luck" and "milestone" charms, including a crystal-encrusted Star, Heart, Four-Leaf Clover, Horseshoe, Key, Padlock, and a Little Boy/Character. Each charm is expertly set with brilliant Swarovski pavé crystals. The unique cascading lariat design offers a sophisticated yet playful "Y-necklace" silhouette. Signed with the Swarovski Swan logo on the back of the charms and the clasp.

No longer in production- considered collectible.

• Brand: Authentic Swarovski (Hallmarked with Swan Logo)
• Collection: "Good Luck / Milestones" (Retired Design)
• Type: Multi-Charm Lariat / Y-Necklace
• Metal: Mixed Metal Finish (High-polish Silver Tone & 18k Gold Tone Plating)
• Stones: Precision-cut Swarovski Pavé Clear Crystals
• Necklace Length: 16 inches + 2-inch Extender (Adjustable to 18 inches)
• Lariat Drop: Approximately 3.5-inch cascading drop
• Closure: Secure Lobster Clasp with Swan Logo Tag
• Condition: Excellent Vintage/Retired Condition (All crystals intact)

• Four-Leaf Clover: Fortune & Good Luck
• Horseshoe: Protection & Success
• Padlock: Devotion & Security
• Key: Freedom & New Beginnings
• Heart: Love & Compassion
• Star: Ambition & Guidance
• Boy Character: Family & Connection

A dazzling and substantial statement piece from the late 80s/early 90s. This gold-tone cross pendant is fully encrusted with shimmering clear pave-set rhinestones, creating a brilliant "iced out" effect. The cross features a unique rounded, tubular design with capped ends, suspended from a coordinating flat herringbone or snake chain. Substantial in size and sparkle, it’s a perfect "maximalist" accessory for vintage jewelry collectors.

Length: 22"

Pendant 1.75"

Flat cobra chain, gold tone

Era: 1980-1990's

A beautiful and delicate example of late 1970s Avon design. This authentic 1977 "Chainfall" necklace features an elegant alternating pattern of polished gold-tone twisted bar links and fine cable chain. Measuring approximately 26 inches, it offers a perfect length for effortless layering or a minimalist solo statement. Signed "AVON" on the hang tag near the secure spring ring clasp.

• Brand: Authentic Vintage Avon (Hallmarked/Signed "AVON" on the clasps).
• Release Date: 1978.
• Convertible Design: The bracelet and necklace feature matching link sizes and clasps, allowing you to attach the bracelet to the necklace to create an extended, longer chain.
• Material: High-quality 23k gold-tone plating over a durable base metal.
• Clasp: Secure spring-ring closures on both pieces.
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with a bright, consistent gold finish and smooth link articulation.

• Necklace: Approximately 18" alone, or 23" with the bracelet added on
• Bracelet: Approximately 7" (Standard wrist size).

• Design: A bold 3D "brutalist" floral cluster featuring three large, faceted amber rhinestones set in heavy, antiqued gold-tone foliage.
• The Band: Intricately embossed adjustable band with a vintage scroll pattern. The open-back design allows it to fit most size 5-9 comfortably
• Style: Mid-Century Modern / Cocktail Glamour.
• Condition: Great vintage condition. The band shows a nice aged patina that enhances the "antiqued" look. The stones remain bright and securely set.

A sleek vintage flat cobra chain in warm gold tone — interlocking V-shaped links that create a smooth, flexible surface with a subtle chevron texture. Sits flat and fluid against the skin, with that classic 1970s–80s chain appeal. Wears as a choker length at 17".

Metal: Gold-tone base metal
Style: Flat cobra / snake link chain
Length: 17"
Markings: Unmarked 
Era: Circa 1970s–1980s
Condition: Good vintage — chain supple and bright, clasp functional

A clean and elegant signed Monet station chain featuring polished flat bar links evenly spaced along a fine oval cable chain. Simple, versatile, and well-made — works beautifully as a layering chain or standalone. Signed "Monet" on the clasp tag.

Brand: Monet (signed)
Metal: Silver-tone base metal
Style: Bar station chain
Length: 28"
Closure: Spring ring clasp
Era: Circa 1970s–1980s
Condition: Good vintage — chain intact, clasp functional

A striking vintage chevron bar necklace featuring segmented synthetic opal or glitter enamel inlay in creamy white with vivid iridescent flashes of pink, green, and gold. Set in silver-tone metal, the curved V-shape pendant measures approx. 3" across and sits beautifully at the neckline. Clean, modern, and luminous.

Metal: Silver-tone

Pendant: Approx. 3" wide, chevron/V-bar shape
Inlay: Synthetic opal or glitter enamel — iridescent multi-color flash
Chain: Silver-tone cable chain
Markings: Unsigned
Era: Circa 1980s
Condition: Good vintage — inlay intact and vivid, chain and clasp functional

Elegant two-tone pendant featuring a flowing silver-tone open-work disc and leaf spray with a pair of raised gold-tone pansy flowers at center. The contrast between the bright silver filigree and warm gold blooms gives this a sophisticated, nature-inspired look. Hangs on an adjustable slider chain, 20–28".

Metal: Two-tone silver and gold-tone base metal
Chain: Adjustable slider, 20–28"
Markings: Unmarked
Era: Circa 1970s–1980s
Condition: Good vintage — pendant intact, chain and slider functional

Charming matched pair of signed Gerry's swan brooches in silver-tone with pebbled body texture, finely etched wing feathers, and a bright blue rhinestone eye on each. Sold individually — ideal as scatter pins or a collar pair.

Brand: Gerry's (signed)
Metal: Silver-tone base metal
Stones: Blue rhinestone eyes
Quantity: 2 matching brooches
Era: Circa 1960s–1970s
Condition: Good vintage — all rhinestones present, clasps functional

A classic vintage love knot pendant set inside an open diamond-shaped frame with a fine cut-edge border, suspended on an 18" curb chain. The rope-twist knot is beautifully detailed and sits freely within the frame. Clean, timeless mid-century design.

Style: Love knot pendant necklace
Metal: Silver-tone base metal
Chain: 18" curb chain
Markings: Unmarked
Condition: Good vintage — pendant and chain intact, clasp functional

Striking vintage brooch featuring a fully dimensional silver-tone rose with deeply sculpted layered petals, flanked by two textured leaf sprays. The bold 3D form and heavy casting give this an almost sculptural quality — a real statement piece at 2 inches wide. Unmarked, likely mid-century.

Style: Figural floral brooch
Metal: Silver-tone base metal
Size: Approx. 2" x 1"
Markings: Unmarked
Condition: Good vintage — some oxidation in recesses, clasp functional

A charming vintage two-stone ring in the toi et moi (you and me) bypass style — one lustrous white faux pearl and one warm honey-brown tiger's eye cabochon, each prong-set and nestled together on a richly textured nugget-finish gold-tone head. The organic, molten-gold texture of the setting gives this ring a bold, handcrafted quality that suits both its stones beautifully. Stamped 18KT GE (gold electroplate) inside the band. Size 4.75.

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◆ "Toi et moi" (you and me) rings feature two stones side by side, a design with roots in 18th-century French jewelry — Napoleon famously gave Josephine a toi et moi engagement ring. The style was widely revived in mid-century American costume jewelry.

◆ 18KT GE stands for 18 karat gold electroplate — a thick layer of 18kt gold applied over base metal, a step above standard gold plating and popular in quality American fashion jewelry of the 1960s and 1970s.

◆ Tiger's eye is a chatoyant (light-reflecting) quartz stone known for its warm golden-brown bands and silky luster — paired here with the cool luminosity of a faux pearl for a striking natural contrast.

◆ The nugget or "molten gold" texture on the setting is a hallmark of 1960s–70s American fashion jewelry, widely used to give electroplated pieces the feel of handcrafted fine jewelry.

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Style: Two-stone bypass / toi et moi
Stones: Faux pearl + tiger's eye cabochon
Metal: 18KT GE (gold electroplate)
Hallmark: Stamped 18KT GE inside band
Setting: Nugget/organic textured prong mount
Size: 4.75
Condition: Good vintage — both stones secure, gold electroplate bright with light wear

An elegant vintage cocktail ring centered on a large oval rose quartz cabochon with a soft milky translucency. The stone is prong-set in a gold-tone mount and flanked on each shoulder by three sparkling clear rhinestones in a diagonal staircase arrangement, giving the ring a polished, dressed-up feel. The tapered shank is clean and classic. Size 5.

◆ Rose quartz is one of the most beloved semi-precious stones — known as the "stone of unconditional love," it has been used in jewelry for centuries and remains highly sought-after in vintage settings.

◆ The rhinestone shoulder accent in a staircase or diagonal arrangement is a signature design detail of mid-century cocktail jewelry, common in quality 1950s–1970s costume and semi-fine pieces.

◆ The combination of a large pale cabochon with clear sparkling side stones creates a sophisticated contrast that mimics fine jewelry — this ring photographs beautifully and wears as a true statement piece.

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Style: Cocktail / statement ring
Stone: Large oval cabochon — rose quartz
Accent stones: 3 prong-set clear rhinestones each shoulder
Metal: Gold-tone base metal
Setting: 4-prong oval, tapered split shank
Markings: Unmarked
Size: 5
Condition: Good vintage — stone luminous, all rhinestones present, light wear to metal

A large round brilliant cubic zirconia sits within a pavé halo, then radiates outward through alternating baguette and round CZ spokes in a ballerina-style starburst setting — a silhouette that echoes mid-century Hollywood glamour with modern precision. The split shank set with additional stones carries the drama all the way to the finger. Marked S925, confirming sterling silver construction.

Materials: Sterling silver (S925), cubic zirconia

Details:

• Era: Contemporary or 1990s–2000s vintage-style
• Markings: S925 inside band
• Style / design notes: Ballerina halo setting, large round center stone, alternating baguette and round CZ halo, pavé split shank
• Stone or material notes: Cubic zirconia throughout — round brilliant center, baguette and round accent stones
• Color: Silver-tone with clear stones
• Condition: Great Vintage Condition
• Measurement: Size 10

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A continuous line of prong-set clear rhinestones curves into a clean V and falls into a single elongated drop — the lariat form at its most elemental. Rhinestone chain necklaces of this construction were hallmarks of mid-century evening dressing, worn against bare skin or over a simple neckline where the drop could move freely. Unsigned and quietly spectacular.

Materials: Silver-tone base metal, clear glass rhinestones

Details:

• Era: 1950s–1960s
• Markings: None
• Style / design notes: Lariat Y-necklace, continuous prong-set rhinestone chain, single pendant drop, no focal centerpiece — the drop is the focus
• Stone or material notes: Clear glass rhinestones, prong-set throughout
• Color: Silver-tone with clear stones
• Condition: Wear and tone loss, see images
• Measurement: 12.5" wearing length with 7" extender; 2" drop

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A jet-black panel set within a milgrain-edged silver frame, adorned with a delicate applied cluster of flowers and a single faceted stone — the Victorian language of grief rendered in miniature. The locket opens to reveal two photo compartments, intact and ready to hold a portrait. Stamped "Silver" on the reverse, this is a genuine artifact of mourning jewelry's most significant era, when remembrance was worn close to the body.

Materials: Silver, black onyx or glass panel, clear paste or rhinestone accent

Details:

• Era: Victorian, late 1800s
• Markings: "Silver" stamped on reverse
• Style / design notes: Rectangular form, milgrain border, applied floral and leaf motif, faceted stone accent, hinged double photo locket
• Stone or material notes: Black onyx or black glass panel; single clear paste or rhinestone
• Function: Opens to two photo compartments
• Color: Silver with black panel
• Condition: Vintage with gentle surface wear consistent with age; light scratching to reverse
• Measurement: 0.5" x 0.75"

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Two graduating strands of prong-set clear rhinestones fall from a small cluster post — minimal in form, maximal in movement. Rhinestone chain earrings of this construction were a staple of evening dressing from the late 1960s through the disco era, catching light with every turn. Unsigned and entirely wearable day or night.

Materials: Silver-tone base metal, clear glass rhinestones

Details:

• Era: 1960s–1970s
• Markings: None
• Style / Design notes: Double strand drop, prong-set rhinestone chain, small cluster post top, graduating strand lengths
• Stone or material notes: Clear glass rhinestones, prong-set
• Function: Post back
• Color: Silver-tone with clear stones
• Condition: Vintage wear and tone loss, see images
• Measurement: 1.5" long

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Radiating arms of prong-set rhinestones extend from a larger central stone in a starburst formation that evokes both a snowflake and a distant star. The pale ice-blue stones catch light with quiet intensity — a characteristic of quality glass rhinestones from this era. Unsigned and effortlessly wearable on a lapel, collar, or knitwear.

Materials: Silver-tone base metal, pale blue glass rhinestones

Details:

• Era: 1950s–1960s
• Markings: None
• Style / design notes: Starburst/snowflake form, radiating arms, prong-set stones throughout, larger central stone
• Stone or material notes: Pale ice-blue glass rhinestones, prong-set
• Color: Silver-tone with pale blue stones
• Condition: Vintage with gentle surface wear consistent with age
• Measurement: 1.5" diameter

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Three looping openwork petals build upward in concentric ridged layers, crowned by a polished dome — the overall effect is somewhere between a garden bloom and a satellite in orbit. The combination of matte textured wire and high-polish center reflects the sculptural confidence of 1960s American costume jewelry at its best. Unsigned and ready to wear.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:

• Era: 1960s
• Markings: None
• Style / design notes: Three-petal flower form, dimensional concentric openwork layers, polished dome center, single curved stem, matte textured finish on petals
• Stone or material notes: None — polished gold-tone dome center
• Color: Gold-tone
• Condition: Good Vintage condition, some wear and chipping on the back of the brooch
• Measurement: 2" x 2.25"

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A classic serpentine chain in warm gold tone — each faceted link flat on top, angled at the edges, moving together in one continuous fluid motion. This style of chain was a staple of American costume jewelry throughout the 1970s and '80s, often manufactured in South Korea for domestic brands. Worn alone it reads as effortlessly minimal; paired with a pendant it disappears into the piece. The kind of chain that never really goes out.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:

• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Markings: Signed Korea
• Style / design notes: Flat serpentine/snake link chain; faceted individual links; smooth drape with slight flexibility
• Stone or material notes: None
• Color: Warm gold tone
• Condition: Vintage with gentle surface wear consistent with age

Measurement: 22"

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A long gold-tone oval link chain punctuated by cobalt blue glass rounds, deep red glass cubes, large round faux pearls, and teardrop pearl stations — the palette unmistakably patriotic, the execution unexpectedly refined. Twisted gold rope rings add structural interest between stations, and gold ball spacers keep the rhythm consistent. At 28" it layers beautifully or wears long as a single strand, with enough visual weight to stand entirely on its own.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal, cobalt blue glass beads, red glass cube beads, faux pearl rounds and teardrops, gold ball spacers, twisted rope ring links

Details:

• Era: 1980s
• Markings: None visible
• Style / design notes: Oval gold-tone cable chain with alternating stations — cobalt blue glass rounds, red glass cubes, round faux pearls, large teardrop faux pearl drops with gold caps, twisted gold ring connectors, and gold ball spacers
• Stone or material notes: Cobalt blue glass; red glass; faux pearl (round and teardrop)
• Color: Cobalt blue, red, cream white, gold tone
• Condition: Vintage with gentle surface wear consistent with age

Measurement: 28"

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Faceted black glass rounds alternate with larger square-cut black stones along a figure-eight brass-tone link chain — the silhouette somewhere between rosary and lariat. The Y-drop falls into a double chain tassel finished with small black bead drops, giving the piece a deliberate, unhurried movement. Dark without being heavy, and precisely the kind of necklace that disappears into an all-black outfit in the best possible way.

Materials: Brass-tone base metal, faceted black glass round beads, prong-set square black glass stones, figaro/figure-eight chain

Details:

• Era: 1990s–2000s
• Markings: None visible; lobster clasp closure
• Style / design notes: Alternating round faceted black beads and square-cut black glass stones in prong settings; Y-drop silhouette with double chain tassel and bead drop finials; figure-eight brass-tone connecting links throughout
• Stone or material notes: Faceted black glass rounds and square-cut black glass stones
• Color: Jet black, antique brass tone
• Condition: Vintage with gentle surface wear consistent with age

Measurement: 16" with 1.5" drop

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Large round faux pearls with a deep iridescent finish — dark as a night sky with that characteristic oil-slick bloom of blue, green, and violet shifting across the surface. Each pearl is separated by a small gold seed bead spacer, giving the strand a rhythm that keeps it from reading as strictly formal. The vintage oval clasp finishes the back cleanly. This is the kind of black pearl necklace that holds its own without any apology.

Materials: Faux pearl beads (likely glass or coated plastic), gold-tone metal seed bead spacers, gold-tone metal oval clasp

Details:

• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Markings: None
• Style / design notes: Uniformly sized round faux pearls; individual gold seed bead spacers between each pearl; vintage oval box clasp closure
• Stone or material notes: Iridescent black faux pearls with oil-slick surface finish — shifts blue, violet, and green in light
• Color: Iridescent black, gold tone
• Condition: Vintage with gentle surface wear consistent with age

Measurement: 22"

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Jet-black faceted beads strung in a long continuous strand, punctuated at intervals by small crystal rhinestone rondelles that catch light like tiny constellations. The faceting gives each bead a subdued geometric quality — not glassy or loud, but quietly dimensional. At 30", it drapes well doubled or worn long, and the spring ring clasp keeps things understated at the back.

Materials: Black faceted plastic/resin beads, crystal rhinestone rondelle spacers, gold-tone spring ring clasp

Details:

• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Markings: None
• Style / design notes: Uniformly strung faceted black beads with evenly spaced rhinestone rondelle accents throughout
• Stone or material notes: Plastic/resin beads; clear rhinestone rondelles
• Color: Jet black and clear crystal
• Condition: Vintage with gentle surface wear consistent with age

Measurement: 30"

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This authentic vintage Monet woven chain features a sparkling braided texture. Crafted with Monet's legendary triple-plating technique, the necklace maintains its lustrous 22k gold appearance despite decades of wear.

1972-1982

Measures 16"

Gold Tone

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Three pieces built from the same DNA — a gold rope chain interwoven with a silver-tone beaded strand, the contrast between the two metals giving each piece a quiet texture that catches light without announcing itself. The 28" length drapes easily over a turtleneck or layered; the 18" sits cleanly at the collarbone; the bracelet closes with a lobster clasp and wears close to the wrist. A set that functions just as well broken apart as worn together.

Materials: Gold-tone and silver-tone base metal

Details:

• Era: 1980s
• Markings: None visible
• Style / design notes: Twisted rope chain interwoven with silver-tone beaded chain; cylinder end caps on bracelet; lobster clasp closure on bracelet
  
• Color: Gold and silver tone
• Condition: Vintage with gentle surface wear consistent with age

Measurement: Necklace 1 — 28"; Necklace 2 — 18"; Bracelet — 7"

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