Catamore Jewelry vintage costume decorations
Founded in 1942, Catamore Jewelry Co. Inc. was a family business of Christopher and Phillis Catanzaro who opened their production in Providence, Rhode Island. The Catamore jewelers handcrafted jewelry from silver, and 12K gold. Also, they used semiprecious stones – agate, onyx, opals, mother of pearl and fresh water pearls.
Noteworthy, after 1970 on the label appeared additional mark – John Grant Designs.
Traditionally, Catamore jewelry has unique design with curls of the finest twisted golden threads, elegant cameos carved on shells, and filigree frames. Catamore gave preference to precious metals and semi-precious stones, and sold their decorations in large stores and boutiques. Before 1970s, they made decorations for such iconic brand as Coro. The company ceased to exist in 1981.
Tree of life sterling silver rhinestone broochMaker’s mark
Catamore Jewelry vintage costume decorations
Branch with leaves 12 K gold filled broochBlue crystal 12 K gold filled circle pin, 1950sCameo in filigree frame from 12-carat gold, hand-carved from a sea shellFiligree frame carved shell cameo BroochFlower bouquet 12K gold filled broochGold-plated brooch with cabochons – scarabs of natural stoneHeart shaped brooch. 12 K gold, rhinestones. 1960sJade cabochon 12 K gold filled circle pinJade, gold filled vintage oval brooch. 1970sLeaf branch 12 K gold filled pearl broochPearl gold filled brooch. 1970sRed, amber, purple, and green rhinestones, gold filled 12k broochWhite rose carved shell gold filled broochAntique cameo carved on a seashell, in a silver frame, decorated with natural marcasiteBraceletPendant-brooch. Yellow Gold Filled, Hand Chased, 1970sFaux pearl, ruby tree wreath pinMaker’s mark
