Three cascading strands of prong-set clear rhinestones fall from a starburst rhinestone cluster — each strand terminating in a faceted square stone that catches and throws light with every movement. The dark rhodium-tone setting deepens the stones' sparkle, lending a cooler, more dramatic quality than gold-tone would allow. Screw-back closures date these to the mid-century, when this style of evening earring — architectural, luminous, unapologetically present — was worn to be noticed.

Materials: Silver-tone / rhodium-tone base metal; clear glass rhinestones

Details:

• Era: c. 1940s–1960s, Mid-Century American
  
• Style / design notes: Starburst rhinestone cluster top with three cascading rhinestone strand drops; faceted square terminal stones; mixed round and baguette-style prong settings; screw-back closures
• Stone or material notes: Clear faceted glass rhinestones; square and round cuts
• Function: Dangle / drop earrings; non-pierced screw-back
• Color: Silver tone / dark rhodium with clear stones
• Condition: Great vintage condition, some discoloring on a few of the rhinestone

Measurement: 1" wide × 2.5" long

Collected by Mineral and Matter

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full-bloom rose on a thorned stem — the bloom itself built from finely crosshatched mesh that gives it a soft, textile-like depth, while the stem and leaves are cast in a smoother, matte gold tone for contrast. The combination of textures is the quiet sophistication of mid-century American costume jewelry at its best, echoing the naturalistic rose brooches produced by Giovanni, Monet, and their contemporaries. Elegant on a blazer lapel, a winter coat, or pinned to a scarf.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal

Details:

• Era: c. 1960s–1970s, Mid-Century American
  
• Style / design: Full-bloom rose with fine crosshatch mesh petals; cast stem with thorn detail; two textured leaves; naturalistic figural form
  
• Function: Brooch / pin
• Color: Warm gold tone
• Condition: Great vintage condition little wear on top of one petal
• Measurement: 1.74" wide × 2.5" tall

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A grounded form—quiet strength in profile.
This lion, cast in warm gold tone, carries a naturalistic stance with subtle texturing through the mane and body. The finish leans matte, allowing the contours to hold the light rather than reflect it.

Produced by Jonette Jewelry, a maker known for figural pieces with personality and detail.

Details

• Maker: JJ (Jonette Jewelry)

• Era: 1970s–1980s

• Material: Gold tone metal

• Color: Antiqued gold

• Design: Standing lion, figural

• Closure: Rollover safety clasp

Measurements

• Approx. 2.5" x 1.5"

Condition

Good vintage condition. Light surface wear and patina consistent with age. No structural issues. Clasp functions properly.

MISSING TWO RHINESTONES*

A deep cobalt field, softly domed, holds a structured floral spray in warm gold tone. Small rhinestones are set throughout the stems and blossoms, adding contrast and light.

Two stones are missing, leaving small openings within the composition. The form remains intact, with a balanced, mid-century silhouette.

Details

• Brand: Lisner

• Era: Mid-century (1950s–1960s)

• Material: Gold tone metal, glass cabochon, rhinestones

• Color: Blue, gold, clear

• Design: Floral spray on oval cabochon

• Closure: Rollover safety clasp

Measurements

• Approx. 1.25" x 1"

Condition

Good vintage condition with visible wear. Two rhinestones are missing. Light surface wear to metal and minor aging to stones. Clasp functions properly.

• Layered leaf form in gold tone metal, structured with openwork and set with marquise-cut clear rhinestones. The composition balances texture and light, with a brushed leaf overlay framing the faceted stones beneath.

  Signed BSK, a mid-century American costume jewelry maker active from the 1940s–1980s.

  Details

  • Brand: BSK

  • Era: Mid-century (circa 1960s–1970s)

  • Material: Gold tone metal

  • Stones: Clear marquise rhinestones

  • Design: Leaf / spray / openwork

  • Marking: Signed BSK

  • Closure: Rollover safety clasp

  Measurements

  • 2.5" x 2.75"

  Condition

  Very good vintage condition with minor surface wear consistent with age. Stones intact. Clasp secure.

A structured composition of looping gold tone ribbons, each edge traced in fine texture and set with clear rhinestones. The form gathers inward, creating depth and movement through layered arcs and openwork spacing.

Signed Lisner, a mid-century American costume jewelry maker known for dimensional, well-balanced designs.

Details

• Brand: Lisner

• Type: Brooch

• Era: Mid-century (circa 1950s–1960s)

• Material: Gold tone metal

• Stones: Clear rhinestones

• Design: Swirl / ribbon / openwork cluster

• Marking: Signed “Lisner” on reverse

• Closure: Rollover safety clasp

Measurements

• Approx. 1.5" diameter

• Condition

  Very good vintage condition. Light surface wear consistent with age. Rhinestones present and bright. Clasp functions properly.

   

A small, enduring shape—
held in gold, softened by time.

These vintage hearts carry a gentle patina, their surface reflecting light in a quieter way. Not new, not loud—just steady. Familiar. Something that has already been chosen once, and still remains.

They sit close to the ear, like a detail meant only for you.

Details

• Type: stud earrings

• Era: vintage (likely 1980s–1990s)

• Material: 14K solid gold

• Design: petite puffed heart

• Backing: post with push backs (standard)

• Condition: very good vintage condition with light surface wear/patina

Measurements

• Size: approx. 0.25” (6mm)

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Like constellations drawn in shadow—
dark forms, softly illuminated.

This Trifari necklace is composed of glossy black beads arranged in sculptural, almost architectural links. Small gold tone spacers punctuate the rhythm, adding warmth and quiet contrast.

There is a balance here—structure and softness, geometry and flow. At 23 inches, it rests just below the collarbone, present but never loud.

A piece that feels both grounded and celestial.

Details

• Brand: Trifari

• Era: 1950s–1960s

• Material: black lucite or acrylic beads, gold tone metal spacers

• Length: 23 inches

• Style: beaded / sculptural link necklace

• Closure: spring ring

• Marking: signed Trifari

• Condition: excellent vintage condition with light wear

Measurements

• Length: 23”

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Like sunlight filtered through branches—
soft, layered, quietly radiant.

This Avon “Gilded Strands” necklace drapes in gentle tiers, each chain falling at its own rhythm. Fine gold tone links create a sense of movement, anchored by small white bead accents that feel like pauses—moments of stillness within flow.

It’s a piece that lives in layers—subtle, dimensional, and easy to return to.

Details

• Brand: Avon

• Collection: “Gilded Strands”

• Era: 1990s

• Material: gold tone plated metal, faux pearl / bead accents

• Length: shortest approx. 16 inches, longest approx. 22 inches

• Style: layered / multi-strand necklace

• Closure: spring ring clasp

• Marking: signed Avon

• Condition: very good vintage condition with light, natural wear

Measurements

• Shortest strand: 16”

• Longest strand: 22”

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A small arc of light—petals or feathers, depending on how you see it—opening around a single pearl.

This piece is part of Avon’s “Fan Fare” design, released in the mid-1970s. The marquise-shaped rhinestones form a soft, radiating fan, anchored by a luminous pearl set low and centered. The curve above it gives the whole piece a sense of motion—like something just beginning to unfold.

It feels airy, but intentional. A quiet statement.

Details

• Brand: Avon

• Collection: “Fan Fare”

• Era: 1974–1975

• Material: silver-tone

• Stones: faux pearl, clear rhinestones

• Size: adjustable (fits approx. 4–5)

• Condition: good vintage condition (light wear consistent with age)

Measurements

• Adjustable fit: approx. size 4–5

• Pearl: approx. 6 mm

A single pearl, held in motion.

This vintage ring wraps around itself in a soft, sculptural twist—gold tone lines flowing like a quiet current, meeting at a luminous center. The pearl feels suspended, not set, as if it simply settled there.

There’s a calm elegance to it—mid-century in spirit, but timeless in form. Light, fluid, and quietly expressive.

Details

• Era: 1977

• Material: gold tone

• Stone: faux pearl

• Size: 6

• Condition: good vintage condition with light, natural wear.

Measurements

• Ring size: 6

• Pearl: approx. 5 mm

Collected by Mineral and Matter

This evocative piece features a detailed carnelian glass intaglio of Helen of Troy, a figure whose legendary beauty remains a timeless symbol of grace and terrestrial power. The deep amber-hued glass is held in a minimalist bezel, suspended from a substantial gold-tone rope chain that grounds the ethereal subject matter. It is a versatile modern heirloom, designed to be worn as a daily talisman of confidence.

Materials: Gold-tone metal, carnelian-colored glass
Details: Large oval intaglio pendant on a thick rope twist chain
Era: Victorian Revival, circa 1970s
Markings: None visible
Style / design notes: Neoclassical intaglio featuring a draped female figure with birds
Stone or material notes: Molded glass with a smooth, translucent finish that mimics natural carnelian
Function: Statement pendant necklace
Color: Rich russet orange and warm gold
Condition: vintage with gentle surface wear consistent with age
Measurement: 18" chain, 1.75" pendant

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A gold-tone open hoop strung with alternating textured gold beads and a single large cluster ball of faux seed pearls at center — the whole thing moving freely when worn, the pearl cluster catching light from every angle. The pearl ball has the dense, tactile quality of something that looks more expensive than it is, each tiny seed pearl packed tightly together into a satisfying sphere. Surgical steel posts make these genuinely wearable for sensitive ears. A considered, versatile earring from Avon's early 1990s push toward more sophisticated everyday jewelry.

DETAILS

Maker: Avon — Casual Hoop, 1993

Design: Open gold-tone hoop with alternating textured gold beads and center faux seed pearl cluster ball; gold ball stud post

Material: Gold-tone base metal; faux seed pearls; surgical steel posts

Era: 1993

Measurement: 2" drop, 1.25" diameter 

Condition: Vintage with gentle surface wear consistent with age

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Two figural elephants in warm gold tone, their bodies filled with swirled cream enamel and detailed with dotted blanket markings along the back — each one hanging from a small gold ball stud post. The trunks curve downward on each earring rather than up, a departure from the traditional good luck convention that makes these feel less superstitious and more sculptural. Avon released the Lucky Elephant in 1990 as part of a run of nature-inspired figural earrings, and the cream enamel colorway is the most sought-after of the series. A complete and wearable pair.

DETAILS

Maker: Avon — Lucky Elephant, 1990

Design: Figural elephant drop earrings; swirled cream enamel body; dotted blanket detail; gold ball stud post with hanging elephant charm

Color: Warm gold tone; cream swirl enamel

Material: Gold-tone base metal; cream enamel, surgical steel posts

Era: 1990

Measurement: 1.25 drop by .75" wide

Condition: Vintage with gentle surface wear consistent with age

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Three graduated stardust ball studs in warm gold tone — each one covered in a fine all-over texture that catches light like a tiny constellation — packaged in the Mini Trios matchbook-style card in three different sizes. The concept was simple and considered: three interchangeable studs, one for each ear and a spare, sized to suit the mood. The stardust finish has a richness that punches above the piece's scale. Still on the original card, unworn and complete.

DETAILS

Maker: Mini Trios — Matchless Collection

Design: Three graduated stardust ball stud earrings in varying sizes; all-over textured gold-tone finish; original matchbook card packaging

Material: Gold-tone base metal

Era: 1980s

Condition: New old stock — unused, on original card

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Three miniature fruit studs — a pear, an apple, and a mushroom — each rendered in warm gold tone with black enamel fill, packaged in a matchbook-style card that opens to reveal the set inside. The Mini Trios Matchless Collection was a novelty earring concept from the 1980s designed around the idea of three interchangeable studs worn as a rotating trio — one in each ear and one spare. The fruit forms are charming and precise, the black enamel grounding each piece with just enough contrast. Still on the original card, unworn.

DETAILS

Maker: Mini Trios — Matchless Collection

Design: Three figural fruit stud earrings — pear, apple, and mushroom; black enamel with gold-tone detail; original matchbook card packaging

Material: Gold-tone base metal; black enamel

Era: 1980s

Condition: New old stock — unused, on original card

Collected by Mineral and Matter

The words Extra Special cut through a small rectangular gold-tone plaque in open block lettering — the kind of direct, self-assured sentiment that mid-century and early post-war novelty jewelry wore without irony. Stick pins of this type were pinned to lapels, hat bands, and scarves, a small declaration worn close to the body. Unsigned, as the vast majority of novelty stick pins were. A tiny, confident object with a lot of personality for its size.

DETAILS

Maker: Unsigned

Design: Open block letter "Extra Special" gold-tone plaque on stick pin; textured letter faces with polished border

Material: Gold-tone base metal

Era: 1970s–80s

Measurement: 2.25" stick; 0.75" wide pin top

Condition: Vintage with gentle surface wear consistent with age

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A white gardenia molded in raised relief against a deep forest green porcelain ground — the petals detailed enough to show their curl and overlap, the stem and leaves extending below in a single graceful line. The porcelain has the smooth, matte quality that separates it from pressed glass or resin, and the colors have held without fading. It sits in a gold-tone oval frame with a woven filigree border, a setting style common to quality porcelain brooch production of the 1960s and 1970s. Unsigned, as the majority of porcelain cameo brooches of this period were.

DETAILS

Maker: Unsigned

Design: White gardenia in raised relief on forest green porcelain ground; gold-tone woven filigree oval frame; pin back

Color: Kelly green ground; cream white flower

Material: Porcelain; gold-tone base metal frame

Era: 1960s–70s

Measurement: 1.75" x 1.5"

Condition: Vintage with gentle surface wear consistent with age

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Seven carved glass scarabs in a full spectrum of jewel tones — sky blue, emerald green, burgundy, red, black, blush pink, and cobalt — circle a gold-tone open frame, each beetle separated by a polished gold ball. The scarab has carried symbolic weight since ancient Egypt, where it represented regeneration and protection; mid-century American jewelers revived the form enthusiastically, producing scarab jewelry that borrowed the iconography with genuine craft. The carved detail on each beetle is clean and distinct, the colors vivid and intact. A complete circle with no missing stones — increasingly rare to find.

DETAILS

Maker: Unsigned

Design: Seven multicolor carved glass scarab beetles in prong settings on open circle frame; gold ball spacers between each stone

Color: Sky blue, emerald green, burgundy, red, black, blush pink, cobalt

Material: Carved glass scarabs; gold-tone base metal

Era: 1950s–60s

Measurement: 1" diameter

Condition: Vintage with gentle surface wear consistent with age

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Marquise-shaped mother of pearl beads in a full spectrum of sun-bleached color — aqua, coral, tangerine, yellow, sage, and cream — strung in a continuous 48-inch rope with faceted champagne crystal spacers between each bead, the whole strand hand-knotted for security and drape. The iridescent surface of the shell catches light differently in each color, giving the necklace a warmth that reads as genuinely tropical without being literal about it. Long enough to wear as a single strand at opera length, doubled as a layered look, or knotted loosely at the collarbone. A generous, wearable piece that carries its era lightly.

DETAILS

Maker: Unsigned 

 Design: Oval marquise mother of pearl beads in multicolor dyed palette; faceted champagne crystal rondelle spacers; hand-knotted between each bead

Color: Aqua, coral, tangerine, yellow, sage, cream

Material: Dyed mother of pearl shell; faceted crystal glass spacers

Era: 1970s–80s

Measurement: 48" continuous strand

Condition: Vintage with gentle surface wear consistent with age

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A resin cameo portrait sits at the center of an open filigree heart, the whole pendant edged in a continuous line of aurora borealis rhinestones that shift between pale blue and silver depending on the light. Below, a cascade of fine gold-tone chain falls in a tassel — the kind of detail that turns a pendant into a statement without requiring any effort from the wearer. The cameo itself is a classical female profile in cream and warm brown, framed by a sunburst of radiating gold-tone petals. A maximalist piece from a decade that understood how to layer beauty. Unsigned.

DETAILS

Maker: Unsigned

Design: Resin cameo portrait in sunburst setting; open filigree heart frame; AB rhinestone border; chain tassel drop; rope chain

Color: Warm gold tone; cream and brown cameo; aurora borealis rhinestones

Material: Gold-tone base metal; resin cameo; aurora borealis rhinestones; chain tassel

Era: 1970s

Measurement: 22" chain; pendant 4" including tassel

Condition: Vintage with gentle surface wear consistent with age, some tone loss on chain

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A hand-painted porcelain plaque set into a scalloped gold-tone bezel that doubles as a brooch and pendant. Two soft blush peonies are painted against a wash of sky blue, their petals rendered with the delicate, unhurried brushwork that defines mid-century Scandinavian porcelain at its best. Founded in 1853 in Copenhagen, Bing & Grøndahl was granted the title of purveyor to the Royal Danish Court — a standard of craft reflected even in small wearable pieces like this one. Marked B&G on the reverse with the castle mark. A wearable piece of Danish porcelain history.

DETAILS

Maker: Bing & Grøndahl, Copenhagen, Denmark — marked B&G with castle mark on reverse

Design: Hand-painted blush peony bouquet on pale blue porcelain ground; scalloped gold-tone bezel frame; pendant loop and pin back

Material: Hand-painted porcelain; gold-filled metal frame, marked 1/20

Era: c. 1940s–60s

Measurement: 2x1.5" 

Condition: Vintage with gentle surface wear consistent with age

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A flat cat face in warm gold tone stares out with oversized emerald-green rhinestone eyes — bevel-cut, deeply faceted, and disproportionately large in the way that makes the whole piece slightly surreal and entirely charming. The surface is textured with fine fur-like lines, the whiskers rendered in flat relief, the ears pinched and alert. The Little Nemo Company was known for hand-faceted rhinestones set into gold plated and pot metal bases — and this small cat carries that standard. Signed NEMO on the reverse. A rare find in gold tone.

DETAILS

Maker: Little Nemo Company

— signed "NEMO" on reverse

Design: Flat figural cat face; oversized bevel-cut emerald-green rhinestone eyes; textured fur and whisker detail

Material: Gold-tone base metal

Era: 1950s Measurement: 0.75"

Condition: Vintage with gentle surface wear consistent with age

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A refined vintage round locket charm featuring engraved vertical lines framed by delicate floral garlands. At the center sits a smooth circular cartouche, originally intended for a monogram or engraving, surrounded by balanced geometric lines that echo Art Deco design language.

The composition blends structure and ornament—linear engraving paired with botanical details—creating a quiet harmony between geometry and nature. Lockets like this were widely produced during the mid-20th century Art Deco revival, reflecting the elegance of earlier 1920s design.

The pendant opens to hold a photograph or small keepsake, carrying memory close in a piece both decorative and intimate.

Details

• Era: likely 1940s–1960s Art Deco revival

• Material: gold tone metal

• Motif: engraved floral wreath and vertical stripe pattern

• Style: round hinged locket pendant

• Signature: unsigned

• Condition: vintage condition with light wear consistent with age

Measurements

• Pendant diameter: approx. 1.5 in.
  

Collected by Mineral and Matter

An intricate vintage Victorian revival locket necklace, richly decorated with engraved florals, scrollwork, and dark enamel accents that create striking contrast against warm gold tones. The oval center panel is framed by an elaborate ornamental border, echoing the romantic decorative language of late Victorian jewelry.

Lockets like this were revived in the 1960s–1970s, when Victorian-inspired pieces became popular again for their symbolism and ornate craftsmanship. The hinged pendant opens to hold a small photograph or keepsake, carrying memory quietly close.

A piece that feels like a small heirloom—ornamental, nostalgic, and deeply romantic.

Details

• Era: likely 1960s–1970s Victorian Revival

• Material: gold tone metal with dark enamel accents

• Motif: floral and scroll engraving

• Style: ornate oval locket pendant

• Closure: hinged locket with chain clasp

• Signature: unsigned

• Condition: vintage condition with light wear consistent with age

Measurements

• Pendant height: approx. 2 in.

• Pendant width: approx. 1.5 in.

• Necklace length: approx. 24 in.

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A luminous vintage floral necklace featuring rich emerald-green marquise rhinestones arranged in leafy clusters around an ornate gold tone setting. Delicate swirls, tiny pearl accents, and clear rhinestones create movement through the design, drawing the eye downward to the graceful central drop.

The marquise stones echo the shape of leaves, giving the piece a botanical rhythm—like small branches of green glass catching light. Jewelry with this romantic flourish was especially popular from the 1950s through the 1960s, when nature-inspired motifs and rhinestone embellishment defined elegant costume pieces.

Ornate yet balanced, this necklace carries the quiet drama of vintage evening jewelry while remaining wearable for modern styling.

Details

• Era: likely 1950s–1960s

• Material: gold tone metal

• Stones: green marquise rhinestones, clear rhinestones

• Accents: small faux pearls

• Style: floral / botanical statement necklace

• Closure: clasp closure

• Signature: unsigned

• Condition: vintage condition with light wear consistent with age

Measurements

• Length: approx. 14 inches

• Center drop: approx. 16 in.

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A striking vintage geometric necklace featuring a sleek silver tone flat chain and a bold angular centerpiece. The pendant combines a dark triangular accent above a diamond-shaped setting of clear rhinestones, creating a layered, architectural silhouette.

Geometric motifs like this became especially popular during the late 1980s and early 1990s, drawing inspiration from Art Deco forms while embracing sharper modern lines. The flat woven chain sits smoothly along the neckline, letting the sculptural pendant take focus.

A crisp vintage piece with strong graphic balance and subtle sparkle.

Details

• Era: likely 1980s–1990s

• Material: silver tone metal, clear rhinestones

• Style: geometric pendant necklace

• Chain: flat woven / herringbone style chain

• Closure: clasp closure

• Signature: unsigned

• Condition: vintage condition with light wear consistent with age

Measurements

• Length: approx. 17 inches

• Pendant: approx. .5 in.

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A delicate vintage station necklace featuring five openwork clover motifs spaced along a fine silver tone chain. Each clover is softly detailed with tiny cutouts, giving the piece a lace-like lightness as it moves along the neckline.

Clover motifs have long symbolized luck and quiet protection, appearing frequently in jewelry as small tokens of good fortune. The airy design and gentle spacing of the stations give the necklace a balanced rhythm—light, understated, and easy to layer.

A subtle vintage piece with a touch of charm and symbolism.

Details

• Era: likely 1980s–1990s

• Material: silver tone metal

• Style: clover station necklace

• Stations: 5 clover charms

• Closure: clasp closure

• Signature: unsigned

• Condition: vintage condition with light wear consistent with age

Measurements

• Length: approx. 14 inches

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A vintage twisted rope necklace combining warm gold tone metal with a contrasting black cord woven through the spiral links. The alternating strands create a rich texture—like braided threads of metal and shadow moving together along the chain.

Rope designs became especially popular in the 1980s and early 1990s, when bold textures and mixed materials added depth to everyday jewelry. The dark cord softens the shine of the gold, giving the piece a subtle graphic rhythm.

A striking yet minimal vintage chain that layers beautifully or stands alone with quiet contrast.

Details

• Era: likely 1980s–1990s

• Material: gold tone metal with black cord

• Style: twisted rope chain

• Signature: unsigned

• Closure: clasp closure

• Condition: vintage condition with light wear consistent with age

Measurements

• Length: approx. 28 inches

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A sculptural pair of vintage gold tone clip-on earrings featuring a circular botanical motif. Delicate leaves wind through the openwork design, forming a small wreath-like composition that feels both organic and balanced.

The airy cutout structure allows light to move through the piece, highlighting the soft texture of the leaves against the smooth curved band. Nature-inspired motifs like this were especially popular in mid-century and late 20th century costume jewelry, reflecting the era’s love for botanical forms.

Elegant and understated, these earrings offer a warm vintage glow with a quietly natural rhythm.

Details

• Era: likely 1970s–1980s

• Material: gold tone metal

• Style: botanical / leaf motif

• Closure: clip-on backs

• Signature: unsigned

• Condition: vintage condition with light wear consistent with age

Measurements

• Diameter: approx. .5 inches

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A pair of vintage gold tone hoop earrings accented with subtle rhinestone sparkle. The curved half-hoop design features a row of small stones set along the front, adding a delicate shimmer while keeping the silhouette clean and sculptural.

Jewelry like this became especially popular in the 1970s–1980s, when compact hoops with geometric settings and rhinestone accents were a staple of everyday style. Their balanced shape gives the look of a hoop while sitting comfortably close to the ear.

A versatile vintage pair—easy to wear with both minimal looks and layered jewelry.

Details

• Era: likely 1970s–1980s

• Material: gold tone metal

• Stones: 4 rhinestones on each earring

• Style: half hoop

• Closure: clip-on style back

• Signature: unsigned

• Condition: vintage condition with light wear consistent with age

Measurements

• Diameter: approx. 1 inches

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A bold vintage necklace composed of multiple herringbone chains woven together into a braided design. The flat, reflective links catch the light with every movement, creating a soft ripple of gold across the neckline.

The layered strands form a sculptural braid that feels both structured and fluid. Herringbone chains rose to popularity in the 1970s and especially the 1980s, when statement gold chains became a defining accessory of the era.

This piece has a confident presence while remaining refined—its interwoven texture adding depth and movement without the need for additional stones or pendants.

A timeless vintage statement that pairs beautifully with both modern and classic styling.

Details

• Era: 1970s–1980s

• Style: braided / multi-strand herringbone necklace

• Metal: gold tone metal

• Design: layered herringbone chains woven together

• Closure: clasp (not shown)

• Signature: unsigned

• Condition: good vintage condition with light wear consistent with age

Measurements

• Length: approx. 18 inches

• Width: approx. 10 mm

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A delicate vintage necklace featuring small clusters of faux pearls spaced along a fine gold tone chain. Each station forms a tiny constellation—pearls gathered together like blossoms along a winding golden vine.

The design creates gentle movement and balance, with each cluster adding texture while maintaining a light, airy profile. Station necklaces like this became especially popular in the 1960s–1980s, when jewelry favored graceful lines and subtle decorative accents rather than heavy centerpieces.

Softly romantic and easy to wear, this piece layers beautifully with other chains or stands alone as a quiet vintage accent.

Details

• Era: 1960s–1980s

• Style: pearl cluster station necklace

• Metal: gold tone metal

• Stones: faux pearls

• Design: spaced pearl cluster stations along chain

• Closure: spring ring clasp

• Signature: unsigned

• Condition: vintage condition with light wear consistent with age

Measurements

• Length: 22 inches

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A playful vintage charm bracelet celebrating the spirit of travel and discovery. The bracelet is strung with soft faux pearls and adorned with miniature gold tone charms—each one a tiny story of movement across the world.

A whimsical collection of symbols circles the wrist: an airplane, bicycle, globe, hot air balloon, and sailboat, along with a small animal charm that adds a touch of personality. Together they evoke the romance of journeys—maps unfolding, wheels turning, skies opening overhead.

Charm bracelets like this were popular from the 1960s through the 1980s, when themed jewelry often reflected hobbies, memories, and personal adventures.

Lighthearted and nostalgic, this piece feels like a small souvenir collection gathered along the way.

Details

• Era: 1960s–1980s

• Style: themed charm bracelet

• Metal: gold tone metal

• Chain: faux pearl link chain

• Charms include:

  • airplane

  • bicycle

  • globe

  • hot air balloon

  • sailboat

  • animal figure

• Closure: spring ring clasp

• Signature: unsigned

• Condition: vintage condition with visible wear and some pearl coating loss consistent with age

Measurements

• Length: approx. 8 inches

A luminous vintage bracelet featuring three rows of aurora borealis rhinestones set into a flexible expansion band. Each faceted stone reflects shifting tones of violet, gold, teal, and silver—tiny flashes of light that change with every movement of the wrist.

Aurora borealis rhinestones became widely popular after their introduction in the 1950s, when jewelers began applying an iridescent coating to crystal to mimic the shifting colors of the northern lights. The result is a surface that seems almost celestial—light bending across each facet like small constellations.

The bracelet’s expansion design allows it to slip comfortably over the wrist while creating a continuous band of sparkle. Its warm antique brass tone gives the piece a slightly aged glow, enhancing the vintage character.

A striking mid-century accessory—bold, luminous, and quietly cosmic.

Details

• Era: 1950s–1960s

• Style: expansion rhinestone bracelet

• Metal: antique brass tone

• Stones: aurora borealis rhinestones

• Rows: three rows

• Closure: stretch expansion band

• Signature: unsigned

• Condition: good vintage condition with normal wear and light patina consistent with age

Measurements

• Interior diameter (unstretched): approx. 1.75 in to 3.5 in (stretched)

A striking vintage Napier bracelet featuring rows of interwoven gold tone links arranged in a layered, sculptural design. The overlapping rings create a dynamic texture that wraps fluidly around the wrist, catching light from every angle.

Napier has been a respected American jewelry house since the late 19th century and became especially well known during the mid-century and late 20th century for its bold yet refined costume jewelry. Pieces like this reflect the brand’s signature balance of craftsmanship and dramatic form.

The bracelet’s woven chain construction gives it both structure and movement, forming a softly curved band with substantial visual presence while remaining comfortable to wear.

An elegant estate find with the distinctive character of vintage Napier design.

Details

• Maker: Napier (signed)

• Era: likely 1960s–1970s

• Style: layered chain link bracelet

• Metal: gold tone metal

• Closure: spring ring clasp

• Signature: Napier on clasp tag

• Condition: good vintage estate condition with light wear consistent with age

Measurements

• Length: approx. 7–7.5 inches

A bold vintage bracelet crafted in a wide panther link chain, known for its smooth, fluid construction and softly curved links. The design forms a continuous ribbon of polished gold tone metal, creating a flexible band that moves naturally with the wrist.

Panther links became especially popular in 1970s–1980s jewelry, valued for their sleek, sculptural appearance and comfortable drape. The interlocking links create a subtle woven texture while maintaining a mirror-like shine across the surface.

This bracelet’s wider form gives it the presence of a statement piece while remaining elegant and wearable. The polished gold tone reflects light beautifully, emphasizing the dimensional pattern of the chain.

A timeless estate piece with the bold confidence of vintage chain design.

Details

• Era: likely 1970s–1980s

• Style: panther link bracelet

• Metal: gold tone metal

• Design: multi-row panther link chain

• Signature: unsigned

• Closure: fold-over clasp

• Condition: good vintage estate condition with light wear consistent with age

Measurements

• Length: 7.25 inches

• Width: approx. 18mm

A refined vintage German-made hinged bangle bracelet, featuring a warm gold tone finish and finely etched texture around the band. The subtle diagonal pattern creates a soft play of light across the surface, giving the bracelet quiet depth while maintaining a clean, minimal silhouette.

Crafted with a hinged opening and safety chain, this style was common in mid-century European costume jewelry, where practicality and understated elegance often guided design. Jewelry marked Germany was widely exported throughout the mid-20th century and is appreciated today for its durable construction and timeless aesthetic.

The bracelet carries gentle signs of age—including light chipping consistent with vintage wear—which adds to the character of this estate piece.

Details

• Origin: Germany

• Era: likely 1950s–1970s

• Style: hinged bangle bracelet

• Material: gold tone metal

• Design: textured diagonal pattern

• Closure: hinge clasp with safety chain

• Marking: Germany

• Condition: vintage condition with light chipping and surface wear consistent with age

Measurements

• Inner diameter: 2.25 inches

• Width: approx. 12mm

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A playful vintage stretch bracelet composed of round pink beads with organic green speckling and crackle-like patterns. Each bead carries its own variation of color and texture, giving the bracelet a lively, almost painterly quality.

Gold tone spacer accents add warmth between the beads while keeping the design balanced and soft. The elastic stretch band allows the bracelet to slip comfortably over the wrist, making it an easy everyday vintage piece.

Bracelets like this became popular in the 1980s–1990s, when colorful glass and stone-look beads were widely used in expressive, casual jewelry designs. The mottled pink tones and scattered green accents give the bracelet a natural, almost mineral-like appearance.

A cheerful vintage piece with an easy, relaxed feel.

Details

• Era: likely 1980s–1990s

• Style: stretch bead bracelet

• Beads: pink speckled crackle-style glass or stone-look beads

• Accents: gold tone spacer beads

• Closure: stretch elastic band

• Signature: unsigned

• Condition: good vintage estate condition with light wear consistent with age

Measurements

• Inner diameter: approx. 2 inches (unstretched)

• Bead size: approx. 10 mm

A luminous vintage necklace composed of clear geometric Lucite beads, each softly faceted to catch and scatter light. The beads alternate between fully transparent and matte frosted finishes, creating a gentle contrast of glow and mist.

Small gold-tone spacer beads add warmth between the sculptural shapes, while the simple magnetic clasp keeps the design clean and minimal. The overall effect feels airy and modern—like light suspended in crystal forms.

Lucite and acrylic jewelry became especially popular during the mid-century and late 20th century, prized for their ability to mimic glass or quartz while remaining lightweight and sculptural. Pieces like this reflect that era’s fascination with transparency, geometry, and playful materials.

This necklace feels fresh despite its age: minimal, architectural, and quietly striking.

Details

• Era: likely 1980s–1990s

• Style: geometric bead necklace

• Beads: clear and frosted Lucite / acrylic

• Spacers: gold tone beads

• Closure: magnetic clasp

• Signature: unsigned

• Condition: good vintage estate condition with light wear consistent with age

Measurements

• Length: 18 inches

Collect by Mineral and Matter

A sleek vintage expansion bracelet with a quiet, modern presence. The design features a continuous band of narrow black panels set into a silver-tone expansion base, creating a striking contrast of dark gloss and cool metal.

Expansion bracelets became especially popular in the mid-20th century, prized for their comfortable stretch fit and clean, streamlined design. Pieces like this often reflect the minimalist aesthetic that emerged during the late 1950s–1970s—simple geometry, repetition, and effortless wear.

The glossy black segments create a subtle rhythm around the wrist, giving the bracelet a refined graphic look. Easy to slip on and comfortable for everyday wear, it layers beautifully with other bracelets or stands alone as a quiet statement.

Details

• Era: likely 1960s–1970s

• Style: expansion / stretch bracelet

• Material: silver tone metal with black panels (likely enamel or coated metal)

• Closure: expansion stretch band

• Signature: unsigned

• Condition: good vintage estate condition with light wear consistent with age

Measurements

• Inner diameter (unstretched): approx. 2 inches

• Fit: flexible expansion band to accommodate most wrists

A round cream faux pearl sits nestled at the base of a spreading fan of silver-tone marquise leaves, each one set with a clear rhinestone — the whole composition opening outward like a peacock tail or a spray of light caught mid-movement. The beaded pearl setting and the crescent curve above it add a softness that keeps the design from feeling architectural. Released in 1974, the Fan Fare was designed as an expandable ring, making it one of the more versatile pieces from that era. Equal parts refined and botanical.

DETAILS:

• Maker: Avon — Fan Fare, 1974
• Style: Fan spray cocktail ring
• Center: Round cream faux pearl in beaded setting
• Accents: Clear rhinestones set in marquise silver-tone leaves
• Design: Asymmetric fan spray; crescent detail above center pearl
• Markings:  Avon stamp
• Material: Silver-tone base metal
• Era: 1974
• Size: adjustable 4-5
• Condition: Vintage with gentle surface wear consistent with age

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Three emerald-green baguettes line up across a silver-tone band, each flanked by a pair of round clear rhinestones — the alternating rhythm of green and white giving the whole face a deliberate, almost architectural precision. The deep forest green reads as genuinely gem-like, the baguette cut adding a formality that lifts it above typical costume jewelry of the era. Part of Avon's Fashion Accents Collection from 1975, the Evening Classic was designed to wear as effortlessly with a blazer as with an evening dress. It still does.

DETAILS:

• Maker: Avon — Evening Classic, 1975
• Style: Multi-stone cocktail band ring
• Stones: Three emerald-green baguette rhinestones; six round clear rhinestones
• Setting: Silver-tone prong and bezel combination
• Markings:  Avon stamp
• Material: Silver-tone base metal
• Era: 1975
• Size: adjustable 4-5
• Condition: Great vintage condition

Collected by Mineral and Matter

The Leaf Lights arranges five marquise-cut green rhinestones along a textured gold-tone branch, each stone cradled in its own bezel like a leaf held mid-motion. The stones graduate subtly in tone — pale peridot at the tips deepening to olive at the base — giving the cluster a naturalistic, light-shifting quality that justifies the name. Released in 1974 as part of Avon's botanical series, the Leaf Lights appeared in multiple configurations, this branch variation among the most convincingly organic. A generous, sculptural ring that wears with surprising lightness.

DETAILS:

• Maker: Avon — Leaf Lights, 1974
• Style: Botanical branch cluster ring
• Design: Five marquise rhinestones as leaves along a textured gold-tone branch
• Stones: Five marquise-cut green rhinestones in graduated tones, peridot to olive
• Setting: Individual bezels on textured leaf branch
• Markings: Avon stamp
• Material: Gold-tone base metal
• Era: 1974
• Size: adjustable 4-5 
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A bold piece from Avon’s glamorous 1980s design era. This 1984 Avon “Pavé” statement necklace pairs structured geometry with fluid chainwork, creating a piece that feels both architectural and softly draped.

Multiple woven chains form a flexible collar that gathers into a dramatic drop, accented with rhinestone-set bars and a central square pavé crystal panel. The clustered stones create a surface of light, catching reflections from every angle while the gold tone mesh chains move naturally with the wearer.

During the 1980s, Avon produced many collectible costume pieces that blended runway-inspired design with accessible craftsmanship. The Pavé collection reflected the decade’s love of bold silhouettes, sparkle, and layered textures.

This necklace captures that era beautifully — structured, glamorous, and unmistakably vintage.

Details

• Maker: Avon

• Collection: “Pavé”

• Year: 1984

• Style: statement / mesh chain necklace

• Design: multi-chain mesh with rhinestone pavé panels

• Stones: clear rhinestones

• Metal: gold tone metal

• Signature: Avon (marked)

• Condition: good vintage condition with light wear consistent with age

Measurements

• Necklace length: approx. 18"

• Center drop: approx. .5"

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Avon's Victorian Splendor lives up to its name. A large central pearl is encircled by eight graduating pearl cabochons, small turquoise-blue beads nestled between them against a heavily textured gold setting — the color combination of cream, sky blue, and antique gold is considered and genuinely beautiful. The design draws directly from Edwardian and Victorian cluster ring tradition, and Avon's execution here is among their more ambitious pieces. Underside stamped Avon ©. A named collectible that serious Avon collectors actively seek.

DETAILS:
— Maker: Avon © — Victorian Splendor
— Style: Cluster cocktail ring
— Stones: Graduated pearl cabochons with turquoise-blue accent beads
— Setting: Heavily textured gold-tone floral cluster
— Material: Gold-tone metal
— Era: 1970s
— Size: Size 4-5 Adjustable
— Condition: Excellent vintage; all stones secure, stamp clear, setting intact

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Inspired by the intricate geometry of a bird's nest or a celestial swirl, this vintage Avon ring is a study in refined texture. The piece features an airy, openwork dome crafted from overlapping, textured gold-tone wires that create a captivating interplay of light and shadow. Its sculptural form offers a bold yet grounded presence, serving as an effortless statement for daily wear or evening adornment. This design reflects the late-1970s fascination with organic, woven silhouettes, perfect for the modern woman who finds beauty in complex, natural forms. 

Materials: Gold-tone base metal 
Details: Intricate wire-wrapped openwork dome with fine ridged texturing 
Era: Late 1970s 
Markings: Not Signed, but has Avon's signature interior ring adjustable band
Style / design notes: Modernist "vortex" or "bird's nest" aesthetic with fluid, circular lines 
Stone or material notes: Sculpted gold-plated metal; no additional stones 
Function: Statement cocktail ring 
Color: Bright gold 

Condition: Vintage with gentle surface wear consistent with age
Measurement: Size 4-5 Adjustable

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A testament to the fluid grace of the 1970s, this 1975 Avon "Whirlwind" ring features an intricate, sculptural design that mimics the effortless movement of a ribbon caught in a breeze. The gold-tone band blossoms into a highly textured, openwork swirl, creating a sophisticated play of light and dimension across the finger. Its bold yet airy silhouette offers a confident, feminine energy, serving as a timeless statement piece grounded in mid-century artistry. This ring is designed for the modern woman who values craftsmanship and a touch of celestial-inspired movement in her everyday adornment.

Materials: Gold-tone base metal
Details: Stylized "Whirlwind" openwork ribbon design with a deep, ridged texture
Era: 1975
Markings: Stamped "AVON" on the inner band
Style / design notes: Mid-century modernist with Art Nouveau-inspired fluid curves
Stone or material notes: Sculpted gold-plated metal without additional stones
Function: Statement cocktail ring
Color: Bright gold

Condition: Vintage with gentle surface wear consistent with age
Measurement: adjustable size 5-6

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A slender serpentine chain that moves like liquid silver along the collarbone. The tightly woven links create a smooth, reflective surface that catches light with quiet movement. Minimal, refined, and endlessly versatile.

Materials
Sterling silver (marked 925)
Made in Italy

Details

• Era: Likely 1980s–1990s

• Maker: Italy (925 marked)

• Style: Serpentine chain necklace

• Design: Fine woven links creating a smooth, flexible chain

• Length: 16"

• Color: Silver

• Condition: vintage with gentle surface wear consistent with age

Measurement: 16"

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A chain with quiet movement and texture. Each elongated bar link is finely ribbed and softly curved, catching light as it shifts with the wearer. The repeating pattern gives the piece a subtle rhythm—simple, structured, and distinctly vintage.

Materials
Gold tone metal

Details

• Era: Likely 1960s–1970s

• Style: Textured bar link necklace

• Design: Elongated ribbed bar links connected by small round links

• Color: Gold tone

• Condition: vintage with gentle surface wear consistent with age

Measurement: 18"

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Released in 1981, the Avon Gilded Trellis is a wide openwork band built entirely from interlocking diamond forms — negative space and gold in equal measure, the whole structure open to light from every angle. It sits closer to architectural jewelry than costume, the kind of piece that reads differently depending on how the light falls. Named Avon releases from this era are actively sought by collectors, and the trellis design has an enduring geometric quality that hasn't dated.

DETAILS:
— Maker: Avon (marked)— Gilded Trellis, 1981
— Style: Wide openwork band ring
— Design: Interlocking diamond / lattice cutwork, full band
— Material: Gold-tone metal
— Era: 1981
— Size: 4.5
— Condition: Excellent vintage; openwork crisp and intact, finish bright

Collected by Mineral and Matter

A soft floral portrait rests at the center of this oval locket, framed by warm gold and delicate beaded edging. The painted rose cabochon echoes Victorian romantic motifs that remained popular through mid-century revival jewelry. Gentle and nostalgic, it carries the feeling of a tiny keepsake meant to hold both beauty and memory.

Materials
Gold tone metal
Painted floral cabochon insert

Details

• Era: Likely 1950s–1970s Victorian revival style

• Style: Oval photo locket pendant

• Center: Painted floral cabochon with rose motif

• Design: Beaded inner border with smooth outer frame

• Function: Hinged locket opens to hold two photographs

• Color: Warm gold tone with soft rose and cream tones

• Condition: vintage with gentle surface wear consistent with age, no inner photo frames present

Measurement: 1 inch

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Add a touch of vintage Hollywood glamour to your wardrobe with this exquisite pair of Art Deco dress clips. These geometric "shield" style clips were the ultimate multi-taskers of the 1930s and 40s, designed to transform any neckline into a statement piece.

Each clip features a shimmering array of pavé-set round and baguette rhinestones, capturing the architectural beauty of the period. Unlike traditional brooches, these clips feature a secure, hinged paddle back with "teeth" designed to slide onto the edge of a garment without piercing the fabric.

Styling Inspiration:
In their heyday, these were worn symmetrically on either side of a square neckline, at the points of a collar, or even clipped to the corners of a pocket or the edge of a hat. Today, they remain a favorite for bridal accents, evening wear, or as unique vintage additions to a modern blazer.

• Era: Late 1930s to early 1940s.
• Motif: Geometric Shield / Triangular Art Deco.
• Stones: High-quality clear chaton (round) and baguette rhinestones.
• Setting: Silver-tone "pot metal" or rhodium plating, typical for high-end costume jewelry of the era.
• Clasp: Hinged paddle clip with prongs for a secure grip on fabric.

• Condition: Good vintage condition; all stones are present, most have original brilliant sparkle.  There is one area on one clip towards the top where a few stones are discolored/dirty - see pictures.

Sold as a pair

Collected by Mineral and Matter

High-Wattage Hollywood Glamour
Adorn your wrist with a piece of mid-century elegance from one of the most prestigious names in American costume jewelry. This stunning bracelet by Weiss features two brilliant rows of clear, marquise-cut rhinestones (often called "navettes") expertly prong-set in a high-shine silver-tone finish. 

Founded in 1942 by Albert Weiss, the company became legendary for its "glitzy" high-quality designs and the use of superior Austrian crystals that retain their sparkle for decades. This piece captures the "Old Hollywood" aesthetic that made Weiss a favorite among fashion-conscious women of the 1950s and 60s. 

Design Details:
Era: Mid-Century Modern (circa 1950s–1960s).
Style: Double-Row Marquise/Navette Link.
Stones: High-quality brilliant clear rhinestones in classic marquise cuts.
Finish: Polished silver-tone rhodium or silver plating.
Closure: Secure fold-over clasp with an attached safety chain for extra security. 
Condition & Specifications:
Length: Approximately 7 inches.
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with brilliant stones and strong clasp functionality.
Hallmark: Stamped with the traditional "WEISS" signature on the clasp. 

Collected by Mineral and Matter

Make a statement with this stunning lariat-style tassel necklace. Drawing inspiration from the bold "Retro Modern" jewelry of the 1940s and the 1970s, this piece features a fluid, high-polish gold-tone chain that gracefully loops through a shimmering pavé-set buckle centerpiece. The weighted tassel drops add a sense of movement and elegance. The buckle piece is fixed to the dangles, it does not slide.

Style: Lariat / Tassel / Y-Necklace.
Chain: Wide, flexible snake chain for a smooth, liquid-like drape.
Centerpiece: Scalloped "buckle" slider accented with brilliant pavé-set clear crystals.
Terminals: Two square-cut pavé end caps that provide the perfect weight for the drops.

Condition & Specifications:
Length: 17" plus 2" dangles and 1" buckle (20" length total)
Finish: Polished gold-tone plating with rhodium-tone accents on pavé sections.
Condition: Excellent vintage-inspired condition.

Collected by Mineral and Matter

• Era: Art Deco Style (circa 1920s–1940s).
• Motif: Geometric Bar / Arrow.
• Stones: Eight round-cut, bezel-set clear rhinestones.
• Setting: Silver-tone metal with a textured finish on the end caps.

• Dimensions: Approximately 1.75 inches in length.
• Condition: Good vintage condition; all stones are intact with age-appropriate patina on the metal setting.
• Hallmark: Indistinct marking on the reverse.
• Collected by Mineral and Matter

Collected By Mineral and Matter