Erwin Pearl vintage costume jewelry

Erwin Pearl vintage costume jewelry
Born in Austria, Erwin Pearl grew up in the US, where he moved with his uncle after the end of the Second World War. Since his youth he studied jewelry, and over time became one of the best diamond cutters in the world.
The history of Erwin Pearl jewelry brand began in 1957, when Erwin founded the eponymous company.
Initially, he handcrafted jewelry of his own design using diamonds, pearls and precious stones. His attention to detail and outstanding craftsmanship helped create a series of exquisite jewelry. Accordingly, among his clients were politicians, movie stars and pop stars.
The success was overwhelming, and Erwin won first place at the prestigious diamond design Diamond International Award in London for 5 years in a row.
Meanwhile, in 1970 the company decided to start producing low-priced jewelry.
The maker’s markings include P.E.P. (since 1970s), Erwin Pearl (since 1983), and E.Pearl (since 1991), to name the few.
Noteworthy, for more than sixty years of its history, New York based Erwin Pearl corporation has founded 33 jewelry trademarks. In particular, KC (1969-2001), Bettina (1976 – 1999), Forever-Gold (1992), Mercedes Jones (1992-93), Fashion*Lite (1992-2001), Golden Comfort (1992-94), Sheffield Gold (1993-2002), Mini Jewels (1993-94), Look of Gold (1993-2002), Precious Marriage (1993-95), The Look of Silver (1993-2002), Forever Silver (1993), Bead Street (1994-2006), Inklings (1995-2003), Everyone Needs A Hug (1996-2005), White House Collection (1996-), Hugs (1996-98), Hip Hugs (1996-99), Purely Silver (1996-2008), Marcel Duval (1997-2004), 999 Super Fine (1998-2010), Mystery Necklace By Erwin Pearl (1998-2000), and Feather Touch (1999-2008). Also, the company has 11 jewelry trademarks registered since 2000s.

Erwin Pearl vintage costume jewelry