The Diamond Unicorn hand painted pendant designed by David Cornell. Solid sterling silver, 22 K gold, art glass, enamel. 1987. Franklin Mint vintage costume jewelry
Franklin Mint vintage costume jewelry
The history of Franklin Mint jewelry trademark spans twenty-two years. Registered in 1975 by Franklin Mint Corporation, the trademark ceased to exist in 1997. Founded by Joseph Segel in 1964 in Wawa, Pennsylvania, the private company Franklin Mint was famous for manufacture of “collectibles” – coins, medals, dolls, sculpture, and jewelry.
Opened in 1922 Egyptian Tomb of Tutankhamun with its preserved valuable artifacts, became one of the largest events in the history of world archeology and a source of inspiration for artists and jewelers. Franklin Mint was no exception. The company’s most notable limited edition collections included Jewels of Tutankhamun. Also, Jewels of India, Jewels of Christmas, and patriotic line of costume jewelry.
Traditionally, the craftsmen used sterling silver, 10K 18K, 24 K gold plating, glass cabochons, lustrous faux pearls, black onyx, and multicolor enamel.
Noteworthy, the company produced jewelry on the designs of such world famous jewelers as Georg Jensen, Gilroy Roberts, David Cornell, Stuart Devlin, Shakira Caine, and others. Also, the company commissioned some designers and jewelry firms, for example Goebel Miniatures. Handmade with exquisite craftsmanship and high quality materials, FM signed limited edition jewelry is collectible vintage.
925 sterling silver faux pearls bird in the nest brooch pin. 1983Bird family mother and chickens pendant. Sterling silver, rubyChristmas tree brooch. Gold tone, enamel, rhinestonesCrescent charm. Sterling silver, art glassDesigned by Georg Jensen flying swans sterling silver pendant. 1982Egyptian motif brooch. Gold tone alloy, enamel, cabochons. 5.5 cm. 1980sEnameled gold plated glass cabochon earringsFaberge egg gold plated pendantFiligree butterfly brooch. Gold plated sterling silverHarp pendant. Sterling silver, gold, emerald. 1982Holly and bow Christmas pendant. Sterling silverIsis The Protectress brooch pin from Jewels of Tutankhamun collection. 24 K gold, carnelian, hand painted enamelsKey 925 sterling silver ruby pendant. 1979Lady Mouse gold tone pendant. 1984Leprecon gold tone pendant. 2.5 cm. 1980sLovebirds heart pendant. Sterling silver, gemstone. 1981Mother’s Day pendant. Sterling silver. 1976Patriotic July 4th American flag brooch. Gold tone, enamel, rhinestonesPrincess Diana tiara ring. 18 K gold. Designed by Stuart Devlin, 1985Shamrock clover pendant. Gold plated sterling silver, diamond, jade. 1987Snowflake pendant. Gold plated sterling silver, crystals. 1977Sun God Ra from Tutankhamun collection. 24 K GoldTutankhamun gold plated enameled broochX-mas tree brooch pin. Black and clear rhinestones, gold toneDavid Cornell for Franklin MintGeorg Jensen The Franklin Mint 1982 signatureFM USA signed