Rafaelian vintage costume jewelry

Rafaelian vintage costume jewelry
Bird of prey vintage brooch, 1980s. Metal alloy, enamel, rhinestones. 5.5 cm. Rafaelian vintage costume jewelry

Rafaelian vintage costume jewelry
The history of the brand began in the early twentieth century, when an Armenian immigrant Melkon Rafaelian came to Rhode Island. Working in his jewelry workshop, he taught the craft to his sons and instilled in them a love of jewelry. Noteworthy, Rafaelian gave birth to two renowned jewelry brands – Cinerama and Alex & Ani.
First, his grandson, Ralph (Raffi) after having worked in the jewelry firm of his sister’s husband for several years, founded his jewelry company “Cinerama” in 1966.
Second, Carolyn Rafaelian – great granddaughter of Rafaelian, founded her jewelry brand Alex & Ani. Later, she launched tens of jewelry trademarks and took over the family brand. A successful business lady, she entered the Forbes list as the richest woman jeweler.
Undoubtedly, fans of bijoux appreciate Rafaelian floral decorations, notable for their quality and interesting design.
Made in 1960-80s Rafaelian costume jewelry is highly collectible. During this period the company has released several series: patriotic jewelry, flower line, trees, birds of America, as well as fruits and berries.

American flag brooch pin. Red and blue rhinestones, jewelry alloy
American flag collectible brooch pin. Red and blue rhinestones, gold tone
Signed Rafaelian
Maker’s mark

Signed Rafaelian vintage costume jewelry

Rafaelian Patriotic Tree brooch. Gold tone, enamel. 1960s
Patriotic Tree brooch. Gold tone, enamel. 1960s
Yellow corn enameled brooch
Yellow corn enameled brooch
Winged angel with flower brooch
Winged angel with flower brooch
Wheat brooch of gold tone, rhinestones
Wheat brooch of gold tone, rhinestones
Treble Clef brooch. Jewelry alloy, rhinestones
Treble Clef brooch. Gold tone, rhinestones
Starfish brooch. Jewelry alloy, amber and topaz rhinestones
Starfish brooch. Gold tone, amber and topaz rhinestones
Rose enameled brooch
Vintage Rose enameled brooch
Rose clips. Gold plated metal, enamel
Rose clips. Gold plated metal, enamel
Red poppy 1970s brooch. Jewelry alloy, enamel
Red poppy 1970s brooch. Jewelry alloy, enamel
Poppy brooch and earrings. Gold tone jewelry alloy, enamel
Poppy brooch and earrings. Gold tone jewelry alloy, enamel
Native American motif silver tone blue cabochon pendant. 1960s
Native American motif silver tone blue cabochon pendant. 1960s
Maltese cross brooch. Silver tone jewelry alloy, rhinestones
Maltese cross brooch. Silver tone, rhinestones
Liberty Bell pendant made of pewter
Liberty Bell pendant made of pewter
Liberty Bell brooch. Jewelry alloy, rhinestones
Patriotic Liberty Bell brooch. Metal alloy, rhinestones
Green rhinestone wreath brooch
Green rhinestone wreath brooch
Folk ornament birds and flowers enameled pendant
Folk ornament birds and flowers enameled pendant
Dogwood flower brooch. Jewelry alloy, enamel
Dogwood flower enameled brooch
Crown brooch. Jewellery alloy of gold tone, cabochons, crystals, faux pearls. 5.3 cm. 1970s
Crown brooch. Gold tone, cabochons, crystals, faux pearls. 5.3 cm. 1970s
Christmas wreath with dangling bell
Christmas wreath with dangling bell brooch
Butterfly pendant. Gold tone metal, rhinestones
Butterfly pendant. Gold tone, rhinestones
Blue flowers vintage brooch
Blue flowers vintage brooch
Bluberry brooch. Gold tone metal, enamel. 5 cm. 1970s
Blueberry brooch. Gold tone, enamel. 5 cm. 1970s
Black rhinestone flower brooch
Black rhinestone flower brooch
Apple tree blossom brooch. Gold tone jewelry alloy, enamel
Apple tree blossom brooch. Gold tone, enamel

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