Pictures of this piece are in a vintage advertisement, the 1949 patent and. Signed crown trifari hard to find moghul butterfly brooch book piece. Vintage crown trifari rose pink swarovski rhinestone leaf brooch pin is a stunner. The author will state in one section that trifari introduced a retro line, reimagining earlier, popular works but does not say which pieces those were. Trifari vintage designer costume bracelets for sale ebay. To inspect photos, simply click on the binocular icon on the top right corner of any photo. Trifari crown 1947 flower girl sterling silver pin brooch verified book piece. The clip on earrings are matching colors with rhinestone crystal details as well. For my best pieces i keep them all in their own little boxes. An authentic trifari mark rarely appears alone on a piece. Features a large paleemerald green colored crystal set in an open back, dual prong, clip bezel. Trifari sterling demi parure in multi jeweltoneclear rhinestones highly collectible, this demi parure of necklace, earrings and brooch is marked crown trifari, with all pieces also being marked pat. The design is an open one with shapes that appear to be in the shape of a starfish.
Designer diane love speaks about jewelry as art and artifact, the pieces had only hangtags leading to the misidentification of her work. These trifari pieces are on my ebay store and most of them were sold already. Crown trifari bracelet, pebble beach pattern, white lucite, book piece vintagobsessions offers this very unique vintage 1956 trifari white lucite bracelet. The most important thing to make sure of is they are safe from moisture. Trifari magnetic book mark beautiful piece burgandy enameled flower design nib. In 1930 trifari hired alfred philippe as head designer, and that is when the company really began to take off. Shop vintage and contemporary trifari brooches from the worlds best fashion stores. Featured in the pattern pebble beach, this bracelet is a very collectible one. Trifari fashion jewelry mixed items and lots for sale ebay. The patent, originally for a finger ring, is reproduced below scroll down. Alfred philippe trifari necklace art deco brooch bracelet. Vintage crown trifari bracelet, pebble beach pattern, white.
This is a lovely set, and how cool is it that both are in very good condition. His wife, ruth, decided to sell part of her collection of trifari jewelry including pieces designed by alfred philippe in the early days, and by diane love in the 1970s. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. This clear lucite jelly belly scalloped seashell is both.
Look for it with either the c in circle symbol, the patentpending wording, or the crown atop the capital t. Vintage signed trifari mother of pearl scatter pins set. Vintage signed trifari mother of pearl scatter pins set with blue ball beads mid century 1940s 1950s, offered by thejewelseeker on 21vintagestreet. Crown trifari vintage 1950s superb book piece jade rhinestone.
These are not vintage and should be listed as fashion jewelry, but many uneducated sellers list them as vintage. Pictures of this piece are in a vintage advertisement, the 1949 patent and information from one of the many books that mentions the set. Trifari birds on branch pin clip fur clip robin lovebirds vintage 1940 brunialti book piece. Today vintage trifari is collected all over the world. Dianes pieces utilized cast metal, faceted rhinestones. The bud part of the flower is a beautiful mother of pearl teardrop, and the leaves. Delightful vintage signed bsk my fair lady henry higgins fedora hat pin book piece queen scheherazade series 1950s gold tone necklace signed monet book piece.
Large vintage crown trifari alfred philippe moghul rhinestone fur pin clip very. Crown trifari alfred philippe radiance 1954 ad book. Irving wolf served as the ceo of the trifari company from the early 1970s until his retirement in 1981. Vintage crown trifari alfred philippe snow coral white glass coral branch branch. Crown trifari 1949 book piece lucite jelly belly moonshell sea.
Since the 1920s, trifari has been one of the most respected and admired producers of costume jewelry in the united states. Trifari vintage jewelry pieces from this era are extremely rare, as the mark was only used for several years. As discussed in our article,vintage trifari jewelry. Earrings measure 1inch tall x 112 inches wide and have clip on closures. Vintage crown trifari rhinestone basket of flowers pin brooch book piece. Crown trifari pearl and crystal necklace and brooch demiparure, circa 1950s. Jewels by trifari crown trifari blue and gold suspended. Dianes pieces utilized cast metal, faceted rhinestones, cabochons, molded glass, and molded plastic. Vintage signed trifari mother of pearl scatter pins set with.
The brushed gold tone tree has four tiers of branches. Vintage crown trifari rose pink swarovski rhinestone leaf. Trifari prices 1,768 auction price results liveauctioneers. All new pieces were mass produced overseas with trifari cards. On sale rare crown trifari signed book piece rhinestone. Vintage crown trifari open work abstract gold plated. The story of trifari kindle edition by brodsky, maureen. A trifari crown furdress clip designed by alfred phillipe during his time at trifari. Signed crown trifari rhinestone flower basket brooch book piece. It is one of the most coveted of all christmas tree pins. Hannah buslee designed jewelry using semiprecious stones, freshwater pearls, swarovski crystals, and antique beads wired to filigree plates. See more ideas about vintage jewelry, vintage costume jewelry and vintage costumes. Crown trifari brooch pin crown trifari jewelry vintage trifari coral brooch. Specializing in vintage costume or fashion jewelry, hardtofind book pieces and designer jewelry, serving collectors and connoisseurs from around the world.
Beaded ivory offwhite and gold beaded clipon earrings and bracelet combination. On sale signed crown trifari rhinestone and rhodium bracelet. Trifari vintage jewelry identification and research my classic. Vintage crown trifari open work abstract gold plated necklace. Buslee began designing contemporary versions of costume jewelry reminiscent of older handwired pieces made by haskell, demario, and robert in 1992.
Vintage crown trifari open work abstract gold plated necklace pendant is in mint condition with no visible wear of any kind and perfect for slipping onto your favorite necklace. Pieces contain sparkling clear rhinestones in gold toned settings. Get the best deals on trifari fashion jewelry mixed items and lots when you shop the largest online selection at. The tassel dangle portion has a gold tone elongated cap, with a circle of 8 sets slender blue beads with textured, bumpy goldtone balls at the end. Crown trifari vintage exceptional mid century book piece pin and earrings set. Research 1768 trifari prices and auction results in jewelry. How to value trifari costume jewelry pieces by the different marks used. So, her second collection for the company included 6 to 8 watch designs. Measurements bird broochpin 3 18 across x 1 38 tall earrings just shy of 78 in diameter condition considering its age, great vintage condition brooch has a few nicks on enamel paint areas. Crown trifari modern mosaic christmas tree pin book. Trifari red cabochons crown brooch set in sterling with gold wash red. A very nice gold tone and black twist chain, it has an o ring clasp, it measures approximately 24. This vintage, hardtofind crown trifari modern mosaic christmas tree pin features blue and green molded glass pieces within the outline of the tree.
A sensational early 1950s vintage crown trifari silvertone finish round floral design dimensional brooch pin, completed with wonderful amethyst colored marquise rhinestones, and finished with. Crown trifari vintage mid century book piece pin and earrings. Founded in the 1910s by gustavo trifari, the italianimmigrant son of a napoli goldsmith, the company has designed jewelry thats been worn by countless highprofile clients, from mamie eisenhower to madonna. On the back is the trifari crown mark and des pat no 7542, circa 1945, 212. Rare crown trifari book piece deco style vintage necklace and bracelet. Crown trifari rhinestone brooch earrings, trifari comet demi parure,baguettes stones, book piece,beautiful trifari baguette rhinestone.
Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Incomparable fruit salad wheel barrel rhinestone clip signed trifari book piece. Since the 1920s, trifari has been one of the most respected and admired. We offer as many pieces in all periods and designs as possible. This is a vintage jewelry resource for those interested in the costume jewelry produced by diane love for trifari. Vintage trifari alfred philippe faux pearl peas in a pod brooch book item. Crown trifari vintage 1950s superb book piece jade. Crown trifari modern mosaic christmas tree pin book piece. Gorgeous vintage red rhinestone earrings signed crown trifari. Womens wear daily, 10 mar 1944, p 17, describes alongside jelly belly pieces the new trifari photo locket, either pendant, pin, or ring for either a man or a woman. Get the best deals on trifari fashion jewelry mixed items and lots when you shop. Pieces contain faux jade cabochons with sparkling clear rhinestones in gold toned settings.
A sterling design marked trifari, bearing a matte or. Vintage trifari jewelry as we know today was the first costume jewelry maker to market its wares in a national advertising campaign. In 1930 trifari hired alfred philippe as head designer, and that is when the company began to really take off. Every bit of information in this book can be found on multiple websites for free. Pieces range from 1950s bead necklace sets, and other trifari jewelry including enameled black bow brooch, blue cube bead necklace earrings demi parure red enameled pansy, a pink thermoset necklace, double strand necklace, triple strand necklace. Trifari with crown, sterling, pat no 17181 reference. Trifari regal crown pin with moonstone style glass cabochons, red, green, blue, clear and topaz colored rhinestones set in sterling. Vintage crown trifari forbidden fruit series gold tone and clear baguette rhinestone brooch and clip on earrings demi parure set. If you see a listing that claims a piece is an unsigned vintage trifari it is either a newer lesser quality trifari manufactured overseas or it is not trifari at all. Always desirable, some pieces extremely so, collecting vintage trifari jewelry is a smart move. Excellent condition, the brooch pin measures 2 x 1 12 and weighs grams. Crown trifari gold tone necklace, with simulated pearls, c1950s1960s. The branches are decorated with prong set multicolor rhinestones.
Founded in the 1910s by gustavo trifari, the italianimmigrant son of a napoli goldsmith, the company has designed jewelry thats been worn by countless high. In 1938, the campaign jewels by trifari was launched and that slogan was used for decades. This clear lucite jelly belly scalloped seashell is both a fur clip and a brooch and is part of the moonshell line. A sensational early 1950s vintage crown trifari silvertone finish round floral design dimensional brooch pin, completed with wonderful amethyst colored marquise rhinestones, and finished with raised lavender chaton rhinestones in a floral design.
Lovely book piece featured in memo to a smart women ad. Philippes background designing very high end fine jewelry for firms like cartier and van cleef and arples brought a wonderful sense of luxury and style to the company. The leaf petals are textured and all stones have been replaced with swaroski rose and light rose crystals set in a gold plated setting. During the period of dianes collaboration with trifari, trifari purchased a swiss watch company. Crown trifari, alfred philippe, radiance, 1954, ad book, piece rhinestone, earrings. By the 1930s, the most common mark for trifari pieces was the trifari pat. This is a very generic overview of trifari history. Signed trifari a gold tone chain with a clear stone puffy heart, it has an o ring clasp, it measures approximately 16, the heart is removable. This tree is featured both in morrisons christmas jewelry book and gallinas christmas pins. Crown trifari 1949 book piece lucite jelly belly moonshell sea shell fur clip.
Crown trifari vintage exceptional mid century book piece. About our book pieces patents, advertisements, and book references. Trifari vintage jewelry identification and research my. Crown trifari 1949 book piece lucite jelly belly moonshell. Crown trifari alfred philippe radiance 1954 ad book piece. Get the best deals on trifari bookmarks when you shop the largest online selection at. Vintage signed trifari book piece crystal bow brooch. These shapes are a combination of textured and satin metal spread throughout the design of this pendant. Trifari crown, page 6 of american costume jewelry nz compliments of kathy taylor kathys vintage jewels.
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