Comedienne, writer and television presenter Joan Alexandra Molinsky (June 8, 1933 – September 4, 2014). Joan Rivers vintage costume jewelry
Joan Rivers vintage costume jewelry
Born in 1933 in Brooklyn, Joan Alexandra Molinsky was the daughter of Russian Jewish immigrants, and grew up in Brooklyn. She graduated from university with a degree in literature and anthropology. As a jewelry designer, she made her debut on the channel QVC, the biggest US TV store. She paid much attention to the history of jewelry, and talked about how to create jewelry. Among her works are many replicas of works by Faberge and super expensive jewelry sold on Madison Avenue. Her jewelry collections include sophisticated design, made from the best materials and unique combination of colors and shapes. Among her clients – a large number of celebrities, and their number is constantly and steadily growing.
In the late 90’s Rivers became less likely to appear on the screen, fascinated by the creation of jewelry.
Expert in fine art, antiques and vintage jewelry, Joan followed the latest trends and became the most prominent and influential person in the fashion world.
Noteworthy, first pieces signed “Joan Rivers” appeared in 1990, but her jewelry trademark was registered in 1996.
St. Basil’s cathedral gold tone enameled brooch. 4.2 cm. 1990s
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Joan Rivers vintage costume jewelry
Victorian style cameo brooch
Bow brooch. Gold tone alloy, rhinestones. 7,5 cm. 1990s
Cherry brooch. Gold tone alloy, lucite, rhinestones. 6 cm. 1990s
Teddy bear with articulated parts collectible vintage brooch. Austrian crystals, gilded
Charming bouquet brooch
Owls clips. Gold tone, rhinestones
Orchid enameled brooch
Bow brooch-pendant
Ribbon bow enameled vintage brooch
Flower brooch. Enamel, jewelry alloy, crystals
Five petal flower brooch. Enamel, jewelry alloy, crystals
Beatle brooch
Bee brooch. Jewelry alloy, crystals
Three little bees brooch of gold tone metal, rhinestones
Butterfly moth Tremble brooch
Red Butterfly enameled brooch
Flower bouquet enameled brooch
Heart brooch, multicolor crystals, silver tone metal, rhinestones
Snow berries brooch
Maltese cross vintage brooch
Faberge style brooch
Two butterfly brooches, art glass, jewelry alloy
Acorn brooch
Cute dog in a basket brooch
Orchid brooch
Blue flower brooch
Butterfly brooch
Imperial Flowers inspired by Carl Faberge. “Japonica” collection
Bee ladybug vintage brooch. Covered with enamel, decorated with rhinestones
Chamomile, vintage brooch. Covered with enamel, decorated with rhinestones. Alloy golden color. 4 cm
Flower vintage brooch. Covered with enamel, decorated with rhinestones. Gold tone metal. 3 cm
Yellow flower enameled brooch. Jewelry alloy of gold tone, rhinestones. 5 cm
JR Classics Collection
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