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Stunning in its detail and quality of performance Columbine in the carnival mask brooch. The dress painted with colored enamels and decorated with crystals. 4 cm. Swarovski vintage costume jewelry

Swarovski vintage costume jewelry
The history of the Swarovski brand began in 1892, when a young man invented a machine that allowed to work with crystals. Noteworthy, the company began producing costume jewelry only in 1977. The first collection “Swarovski Premium” included jewelry and accessories. In 1987, a society of Swarovski lovers appeared, and more than 400,000 people joined it. Undoubtedly, it was a success.
Today, in addition to jewelry, the company creates lines of accessories and decorative items with the use of branded crystals. A separate line includes components used by other craftsmen, designers and artists.
Due to special coating on crystals, they have an effect of “Aurora’s Northern Lights”, or “AB” (Aurora Borealis with rainbow reflections on the surface).
Traditionally, the designers marked their crystal sculptures with a company logo. Originally, it was an edelweiss flower, but in 1988 they replaced it with the image of a swan.
Since 2007, Swarovski components had the brand name CRYSTALLIZED Swarovski elements. But in 2010, for greater recognition and sales support, they changed it to SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS.
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Star earrings. Gold tone, enamel. 1980s. Don Lin vintage costume jewelry

Don Lin vintage costume jewelry
The history of Don-Lin jewelry trademark began as a family business of Donald Richards and Linda St. Angelo. The name comes from the names of its founders Donald and Lin. Incorporated in 1972 in Providence, Rhode Island, Don-Lin Jewelry Co. Inc., ceased to exist after the death of its founder in 2006.
Noteworthy, Don-Lin Jewelry Co., Inc. owned four jewelry trademarks founded from 1990. In particular, Donald Richards (1990-2002), Aretes De Mode (1991-1993), Talk Of The Town (1991-1999), and Comfy Ears (1993-2003).
The brand demonstrates its special style – large statement pieces (traditionally, 8 – 14 cm), and bright design, due to the use of multicolor enamels. Made from gold tone alloy, many decorations resemble items molded by hand from clay or other soft material. Also, the designers use glass cabochons imitating pearls, amethysts, citrines and rubies.
Especially loved by Boho-fans, Don-Lin brooches and earrings are self-sufficient and never go unnoticed.
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Glitter yellow dress angel with a candle pin brooch. Gold Crown Inc vintage costume jewelry

Gold Crown Inc vintage costume jewelry
The history of American costume jewelry company Gold Crown Inc., began about 65 years ago in Providence. Incorporated 30 November 1956 as a domestic profit corporation at the address 403 Charles Street Providence 02904 RI, the company ceased to exist in 1990s. Ronald P. Rotondo (1931-1984), the president of the company, headed it all his life. Noteworthy, the company owned Master Gifts, Inc. (1989), Central Novelty Co. (1988), and two more trademarks.
High quality pieces by GC are desirable for collectors of vintage jewelry, and their price will grow every year. Exquisite filigree design and high quality materials contribute to this. Traditionally, craftsmen used silver or gold tone alloys, pewter, multicolor enamels, plastic and rhinestones.
The marking included “Gold Crown Inc”, or “Gold Crown”, however, some series came with hang tags.
Noteworthy, the reference book “Popular Jewelry 1840-1940” by Roseann Ettinger features some pieces of Gold Crown Inc jewelry.
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Tragedy and Comedy theatrical mask cufflinks made of copper. KIM Craftsmen vintage costume jewelry

KIM craftsmen vintage costume jewelry

The history of Kim Craftsmen, the Largest Custom Jewelry Manufacturer in NYC during the 1950’s to the early 1980, lasted for nearly 50 years. Incorporated in 1950, the company ceased to exist in 1997.
Carl and Marty Shimel were still teenagers, when in 1950 they decided to opened their first business in New York.
First, they began from wholesale jewelry, as the brothers did not have any money or experience to make jewelry. Opening store was also costly and troublesome. Therefore, the Shimels became intermediaries. After registering “C & M” company, Carl and Marty began to travel to Biju factories, buy costume jewelry, and resell to retail chains.
Originally, the brothers specialized exclusively on charms and monogrammed bracelets. C & M got regular customers, and the Shimels had an impressive bank account and a desire to expand their business.
Working with factories, the Shimels became interested in both – the cost of jewelry and the process of creation. So, they took up the new business with enthusiasm and confidence in success. The main material became copper, which was just gaining popularity in the 1950s. The brothers made the highest quality copper rings, abstract brooches and twisted bracelets for forearms.
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Trinity ring created for Cartier. Jean Cocteau designed costume jewelry

Jean Cocteau designed costume jewelry
Writer, poet, artist, director – Parisian intellectual and dandy Jean Cocteau in 1924 offered his friend Louis Joseph de Cartier, the son of the founder of the brand, to create a special ring. In particular, the ring that would combine the three incarnations of love – friendship, love-passion and loyalty. Thus, he became the designer of one of the most famous rings of the 20th century. He created a ring consisting of three inseparable rings made of three different precious metals. Yellow gold symbolized friendship, rose – passion, and platinum – loyalty. Besides, already in the 1990s the name “Triniti” stuck to it. The ring was ordered for Natalia Paley – aristocratic, fashion model and actresses. The cult ring, produced to this day for more than 90 years, has become a symbol of absolute love and was ingeniously simple. Noteworthy, Jean Cocteau wore the very first ring on his little finger all his life until his death (1963).
Also, Cartier jewelers have created a whole collection on the basis of this design – pendant on a chain, bracelets of the same type (since 1927), etc. The romance of the very idea of ​​three sides of one feeling made Trinity a very popular ring for weddings and engagements.
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Sparkling flower and leaf wreath brooch. Gold tone, rhinestones. Signed M Jent vintage costume jewelry

M Jent vintage costume jewelry
For nearly half a century, jewelry marked “M Jent” has delighted lovers and collectors of costume jewelry. Exquisite handmade, beautiful design and high quality of performance distinguish M Jent costume jewelry. Traditionally, jewelers use a gold tone jewelry alloy, multi-colored enamels, lucite, crystals and rhinestones, as well as semi-precious stones. The design of all jewelry can be divided into three types – modernist, abstract and classic. Featured here vintage decorations made in the 1970s – 1990s are traditionally in demand among collectors and lovers of costume jewelry.
The owner of Coventry, Rhode Island based company MJ Enterprises that employs approximately 6 jewelers – George Sadue. A small privately owned company began producing beautiful costume jewelry in 1977, but according to other sources, a decade later.
MJ means M Jent, or MJ Enterprises, and the exact address of the company – 5 Apple Blossom Lane, Coventry, Kent, Rhode Island.
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Ethnic coin necklace. Thai silver jewelry unique style

Thai silver jewelry unique style
Thailand has become a paradise for all silver lovers. Tourists come here both – to have a good rest, and to buy cheap silver jewelry. Noteworthy, rapid development of jewelry production began in the 1980s, after the discovery of large ore deposits. Therefore, the state has taken silver production under strict control.
The level of pure silver in jewelry, does not fall below 92.7 percent, as a rule, it is 925 sample. Due to the low tax, it is not so expensive. Traditionally, silver ornaments adorn national dresses, head and body of Thai women. According to belief, Thai silver is one of the best, and the country is the world leader in the production of silver jewelry.
Diversity of Thai jewelry is in the use of precious and semi-precious stones. Among them – amethyst, topaz, garnet and pearls. The peculiarity of Thai silver is also in using two or three gems at once. Thai silver is so exclusive that you can’t purchase such jewelry nowhere in the world except Thailand.
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