Boucher | Emerald City Vintage Costume Jewelry

Boucher Window Girl Brooch	There's such wonderful detail and an air of mystery about this design. Is she opening the shade, closing it, or signaling to someone? This piece is goldtone with a silvertone shade and sapphire cabs for flowers; ca. 1950. Marked: Boucher 3250.
	1½ by 1¼"
	SB043	$245

Sapphire Blue Baguette Ribbon Brooch	This large brooch is either an abstract swirl or a gently folded ribbon of pavé rhinestones and sapphire blue baguettes. Very dimensional and graceful! The finish looks silvertone to the eye but is seen to be a very pale goldtone on the back. Marked: Boucher ©
	2¾ by 1½"
	SB084	$155

Checkerboard Necklace/Bracelet Set	The checkerboard pattern of light blue and emerald green stones, along with the X-es of pavé stones, make this set as fun as it is gorgeous. A clever and unusual design with rhodium plated setting. Note: there is some aging to the blue stones and a few of the crystal ones. Padded box included; ca 1950. Marked: Boucher, 5460 (choker), 5461 (bracelet)
	Reference: Ettinger, Forties & Fifties Popular Jewelry, p. 119 [matching furclips and earrings]
	Necklace: adjusts to 16", 1" wide; Bracelet: 7¼ by ¾"
	SB023	$465

Golden Open-work Swirl Brooch	Like a gracefully swirling ribbon, this goldtone brooch has open areas and pavé rhinestone adornments for textural interest. This lovely piece is a variation of the pavé and baguette fur clip. Marked: Boucher 5741
	Reference: Click here to see the patent from 1950.
	2 by 1½"
	SB083	$145

Faux Sapphire Baguette Earrings	These glamorous clip earrings are unmarked Boucher pieces, but were identified from the patent and from marked pieces (also marked with style #5492). Rhodium plated with curving clear chatons and sapphire blue baguettes. Delightfully real looking!
	Reference: Click here to see the 1953 patent.
	1 by ¾"
	SB053	$88

Ruby Floret and Lacy Leaf Pin Clip	This exquisite pin clip (or fur clip) is a late 1940s Boucher piece of superb construction and weight. The ruby colored stones are an unusual trapezoid shape and the flower is layered atop the open-worked baguette trimmed leaf. Marked: MB (w/ Phrygian cap), 2863
	2¾ by 2½"
	SB085	$250

Baguette Linked Loops Choker	Exquisite design and construction — just what you'd expect from Boucher! This glorious necklace has links dazzling with round and baguette rhinestones, all in a rhodium plated setting. Note: mild wear to the finish on the chain back. Marked: Boucher, 5536
	Reference: click here for the 1953 patent.
	15½", 7/8" wide
	SB078	$270

Retro Swirl Amethyst Brooch	An exquisite design, this sterling brooch dates from 1944-1945. The Retro Moderne swirls are beautifully sculptured and further accentuated by the use of both gold and rhodium plating. Marked: MB (w/ Phrygian cap), Sterling
	Reference: Brown, Signed Beauties, p. 40, Brunialtis', American Costume Jewelry, A-M, p. 62-63 (similar pcs.)
	2½ by 1½"
		SB093	$250

"Peter" Ballet Dancer Brooch	This charming fellow exhibits the power and grace of a real ballet dancer and was part of a series of ballet pieces from 1949-1950. You can see him and his partner "Sonia" in the ad linked below. Superb condition and ready to dance into your heart. Marked: Boucher, 2977M
	Reference: Click here for the 1949 patent. Click here for the 1949 ad. Brunialtis', American Costume Jewelry, p. 205-206.
	2 by 2"
	SB082	$185

"Diamond" Swag Choker

Like a softly draped swag, the central portion of this necklace drapes on the throat. The rhodium plated setting contains both baguettes and round rhinestones with a fold-over clasp. See item SB035 for complimentary earrings. Marked: Boucher, 3340

14½" long; 1½" drop

SB034

$165

Emerald Nosegay Brooch

Edged with golden lace, this bouquet of crystal and emerald green flowers resembles a bridesmaid's nosegay with ribbon streamers. The center is mounded and dimensional on this 1950s piece. Marked: © Boucher

2¼ by 1½"

SB039

$112

Parisina Fan Shaped Earrings	These alluring clip earrings show the elegance of Boucher designs in a sleek and modern execution. The curved fan shape is enhanced with oval dark blue stones simulating sapphires. Marked: Parisina Sterling Mexico
	1¼ by 1"
	SB077	$98

Sapphire and Diamonds Ribbon Necklace	Resembling a loosely knotted ribbon, this graceful choker features Montana sapphire colored baguettes and oodles of sparkling rhinestones. Ca. 1953. Note: The extension portion may have been shortened at some time. See items SB053 and UE035 for coordinating earrings. Marked: Boucher, 5539
	Adjusts to 14½", 1½" drop
	SB090	$195

Ruby Retro Bow Brooch	Like many of the 1940s pieces, this vermeil brooch is graceful and feminine in styling. An arc of unfoiled ruby rhinestones provides lovely coloring in this beautifully made piece. Marked: MB (w/ Phrygian cap), Sterling
	2¾ by 1¼"
	SB086	$165

Parisina Sterling Swirl Earrings	Elegant in their simplicity, these Boucher designed clip earrings are a sculptured swirl with a fluted border. Exceptional condition; from the mid-1940s. Marked: Parisina , Sterling Mexico
	1" diam.
		SB091	$96

Window With Flower Pot Brooch	Such a darling brooch, yet it's elegant as well. One of two window pieces from Boucher, this brooch has a potted plant sitting on the sill. The flowers have green centers, rhinestone petals and faux pearl accents; ca. 1950. Note: there's a tiny bit of wear to the finish on the window sash, inner right. Marked: Boucher 3249
	Reference: Mariotti, All My Baskets, p. 26
	1½ by 1¼"
	SB089	$225

Baguette Tassel Choker	Fluidity meets asymmetry in this lovely rhinestone choker. The central focus looks like a loosely knotted ribbon with tasseled ends — all in glittering rhinestones. Note: mild to moderate wear to the finish and mild aging of the rhinestones in the chain portion, reflected in the pricing. Marked: Boucher, 5198
	Reference: click here for the 1950 ad for matching earrings.
	15", 2½" drop
	SB081	$195

Layered Floral Brooch	The layered, airy construction of this brooch adds to its charm and the sense of movement in the petals. The lower layer is pavé rhinestones in rhodium plated settings, while the upper is goldtone with a rhinestone studded center. Marked: Boucher, 9027P
	1¾" diam., 5/8" deep
	SB080	$150

Oval Cabochon Bracelet

Luscious colors! The large oval cabochons and sprinkling of rhinestones are in red, pink art glass and amethyst color art glass. The goldtone setting twines about the stones like a ribbon. In pristine condition, this special bracelet is circa 1950. Marked: Boucher 3490

7" by ¾"

SB052

$235

Petite Aqua Swirl Brooch	Like a stylized shell or cornucopia, this graceful brooch swirls from its pavé point to a opening with aqua colored rhinestones. A lovely lapel pin in excellent condition; ca. 1948. Marked: MB (w/ Phrygian cap), 2956
	1¼ by ¾"
	SB069	$92

Lacy Leaf Parure	Due to the mastery of the designer, this fabulous set easily combines elegance with a touch of whimsy. The open, lacy leaves are tipped with rhinestones as they flow through the pieces. The clip earrings are so fun — the clip back holds a leaf so it peeks from behind the ear. Note: the necklace back shows solder repair, not seen from the front and reflected by the price. Set condition is excellent otherwise; ca. 1953. Marked: Boucher, 5735 [necklace], 5739 [brooch], 5861 [earrings]
	Necklace: adjusts to 16½", 1¼" wide; Brooch: 2½ by 2"; Earrings: 1¼ by 1¼"
	SB074	$275

Parisina Sterling Floral Brooch	Representing an exuberant peony or rose, this lovely floral brooch is very dimensional. The swirling leaves were also used in other Parisina pieces. Marked: Parisina, Sterling, Mexico
	3 by 2½"
	SB067	$265

Sapphire Basket Weave Hinged Bracelet	This unusual hinged cuff bracelet has interwoven lines of sapphire blue and crystal baguettes with rhinestones on the curved frame. Attribution as Boucher was confirmed from the marked matching earrings. Ca. 1953. Marked: 5353, [possible faint MB with Phrygian cap can be seen under very high magnification.]
	7" circumference; 1¼" wide
	SB088	$160

Golden Maple Leaf	Glowing with life, this goldtone maple leaf has a florentine finish and is adorned with a "vein" of pavé rhinestones in rhodium plate. Circa 1960s. Price reflects slight wear to finish. Marked: Boucher ©
	2¾ by 2½"
	SB038	$90

Sapphire Fantasy Flower Brooch & Earrings	Dating from about 1953, this brooch and clip earring set depicts an dazzling fantasy flower with exuberant stamens. The dimensional design is curving, but enhanced by the use of linear baguettes. marked: MB (w/ Phrygian cap) 5270 [brooch], 5280 [earrings]
	Brooch: 2 by 1¾"; Earrings: 1¼ by 1"
	SB070	$250

Parisina Sterling Ribbon Bracelet

This sterling, Mexican-made bracelet is bold, dimensional and geometric, yet still graceful. The Parisina pieces designed by Boucher in the 1940s are rare and special treasures, and this one has an interesting sliding spring clasp. Exceptional condition. Marked: Parisina, Sterling, Mexico

7¼ by 7/8"

SB061

$295

Amethyst Ballerina Brooch	Made in Mexico in the 1940s, this graceful ballerina brooch has that typical Retro styling — one huge amethyst pear shaped stone — and wonderful dimension. Gold plated over base metal. Marked: Mexico.
	Reference: Brunialti, American Costume Jewelry, p. 201-202. Click here to see one of the 1944 ballerina patents used to attribute this piece to Boucher.
	3½ by 2"
	SB063	$165

Knotted Baguette Earrings	Like a ribbon of baguettes in a soft knot, these dazzling clip earrings with pavé curves are sophisticated and elegant. See item SB054 for the matching fur clip. Marked: Boucher, 6306
	1½ by 1"
	SB059	$98

Faux Jade Grapes Brooch	Suspended from a golden bow, these grapes have the look of a good Sonoma County Chardonnay. The brooch is very lively since the glass, simulated jade grapes sway and move. A very fun piece in excellent condition; ca. 1960s. Marked: Boucher ©, 1055P
	2½ by 2"
	SB076	$96

Spiral Dangle Brooch	Fluidity and sparkle combine in this lovely design. The spiral radiates out to graduated rhinestones with two free floating dangles ending in pear shaped stones. Note: one pear stone is slightly aged, as reflected in the price. Ca. 1950. Marked: Boucher, 3363
	3 by 1½"
	SB062	$145

Sea Grass Brooch & Earring Set	Like waving sea grass or feathers, these pieces feature graceful sprays of pavé rhinestones and emerald green baguettes. So elegant! Rhodium plated settings; earrings are clip earrings. Circa 1958. Marked: Boucher, 8129
	Brooch: 2½ by 1½"
	SB037	HOLD

Wheelbarrow Brooch	Adorable wheelbarrow brooch is brimming with molded stone melons in amethyst and turquoise, with rhinestone accents. And - the wheel even turns! Exceptional condition and a rare find. Marked: ©Boucher, 5906
	2 by 1½"
	SB026	$158

Marboux Molded Melon Stone Earrings	Lovely lavender and marbled pink molded stones are paired with pavé rhinestones and faux pearls in these clip earrings. The Marboux mark was used on mid-range items produced by Boucher after 1955. See item SB026 for a similar Boucher marked piece. Exceptional condition. Marked: Marboux ©, 460
	1 by 1"
	SB065	$72

Baguette Swirl Fur Clips & Earrings	Baguettes are fanned out in a graceful swirl like a ribbon in this radiant set of 2 fur clips and clip earrings. Timeless elegance in rhodium plated settings. Original paper hang tag is included. Marked: Boucher, 3365, Pat. 161287 (clips), MB (w/ Phrygian cap), 5155 (earrings)
	Reference: Click here to see the patent from 1950.
	Clips: 1 5/8 by 1½"; Earrings: 7/8" diam.
	SB029	$260

Blueberry & Leaves Bracelet

Yummy deep blue cabochons are nestled in golden leaves with pavé rhinestone accents in this delightful bracelet. The cabs are the high domed type giving them extra depth in color. Note: there is moderate wear to the finish which is reflected in the price. Still a very wonderful and wearable piece! Marked: Boucher

7¼ by 5/8"

SB045

$75

Melon Shaped Baguette Fur Clip	Stunning is the best word to describe the clever use of baguettes in this rounded and dimensional two-pronged fur clip. Rhodium plated, the overall shape of this piece is like an eggplant or melon, or perhaps just an abstract design. Exceptional condition, ca. 1953. See item SB059 for matching earrings. Marked: Boucher 5527
	2 by 1¼", ½" deep
	SB054	$195

Parisina Holly Leaf Earrings	Light and airy, these rare open-work sterling earrings appear to be holly leaves. This is a very unusual design for Parisina pieces and look lovely when worn. Clip mechanism. Marked: Parisina, Sterling, Mexico
	1 3/8 by ¾"
	SB071	$78

Marboux Double Swirl Brooch	Accented with linear Montana sapphire baguettes, this graceful brooch features dimensional swirls or swooshes pavéd in crystal rhinestones. The setting is a pale goldtone; exceptional condition. Marked: Marboux ©, 360
	Reference: Carroll, Costume Jewelry 101, p. 129
	2 by 2"
	SB087	$98

Baguette Swish Brooch	Gently curved and full of fire, this stunning brooch has an abstract swish or swirl motif executed with navettes, baguettes and pavé rhinestones. Rhodium plated setting; superior condition. Marked: Boucher © 8063
	3 by 7/8"
	SB072	$165

Gilded Pansy Brooch	This lovely pansy brooch is goldtone with pavé rhinestone petal edges and a glowing simulated pearl center. The open work of the petals is light and airy, letting underlying fabric color show through; ca 1950. Marked: Boucher 3453
	Reference: Brunialti, American Costume Jewelry, p. 205; Ball, Golden Age of Design, p. 90 [earrings]
	2 by 1¾"
	SB042	$170

Ruby Baguette Parure

Lavish and luscious, this 1950s parure demonstrates the genius of Marcel Boucher's designs -- so realistic. Ruby colored baguettes wind their way through the faux diamonds, all in a rhodium plated setting. This rare set is in exceptional condition. Marked: Boucher, 5020 (necklace), 5081 (bracelet), 5027 (screw-back earrings)

Necklace: adjusts to 17", 2½" drop; Bracelet: 7"; Earrings: 2" long

SB030

$525

Pearl & Swirl Brooch	Centered with a luminous faux pearl, the silvertone design of this piece is a radiating swirl that crosses over itself. The open work allows fabric behind it to peek through. Marked: Boucher © 8580
	1¾ by 1½"
	SB066	$90

Retro Scarf/Hat Clip	Unique and lovely, this pierce work clip has a very unusual structure. The front part, forming a loop, lifts up via a hinge mechanism. Beneath the pavé ball is a prong. A scarf holder or hat clip perhaps? Marked: MB (w/ Phrygian cap), Pat. Pend., 2649
	Reference: Click here to see the 1948 patent for a similar design.
	1¾ by 1¾"
	SB021	$155

Sparkling Waves Choker	Like a wash of glittering waves or streamers, this stunning necklace flows over the throat when worn. Alternating sections of baguettes and pavé rhinestones give subtle texture. Rhodium plated settings; ca. 1954. Note: slight aging to some of the stones is reflected in the price. Marked: Boucher © 5874
	Reference: Ball, Costume Jewelers: The Golden Age of Design, p. 91
	13½" long, 1" drop [extension can be added for extra length]
	SB073	$265

Curling Leaf Earrings

Gracefully curving and full of life, these clip earrings have pavé leaves overlaying softly florentine goldtone leaves. Exceptional condition; circa 1960. Marked: Boucher ©, 7945E

1¼ by 1"

SB036

$74

Dainty Bow Spray Brooch	Such a sweet little pin. A pretty pavé bow ties up the spray of navettes for a sparkling delight. Circa late 1940's. This would be lovely paired with the swirl earrings, item SB035. Marked: MB (w/ Phrygian cap), 2817
	1¼ by 1¼"
	SB051	$82

Retro Leaf Fur Clips	Dramatically shaped, these Retro Moderne fur clips have a mass of amethyst and crystal rhinestones in their centers and pave edges. Circa 1948 and in exceptional condition. Marked: MB (w/ Phrygian cap), 2666, Pat. Pend.
	Reference: Brunialti, American Costume Jewelry, p. 203-204 [similar pieces]; Click here to see the patent.
	Each is 2¾ by 1¼"
	SB027	$325

Leaf & Pearl Berry Brooch	This captivating floral brooch has a central pavéd leaf surrounded by simulated pearl berries (or acorns) and emerald baguette stem. The setting is rhodium plated. This piece is a testament to the elegance of Marcel Boucher's designs. Marked: Boucher, 3105
	2¼ by 2"
	SB046	$188

Pavé Swirl Earrings	Echoing the shape of an ear, these lovely clip earrings combine both straight line and curving elements in a perfect design. Rhodium plated. See item SB034 for complimentary choker. Marked: Boucher, 5758
	1¼" long
	SB035	$65

MB Retro Leaf Pin

Heart shaped leaf brooch of rose-gold plated sterling has a delightful cluster of large blue unfoiled, open backed rhinestones. A lovely Retro piece with quality Boucher construction. Slight wear to plating on the back and one small spot on the front is reflected in the price. Marked MB (w/ Phrygian cap), Sterling

2½ by 1¾"

SB013

$125

Boucher Ribbon Necklace/Earrings	Graceful stylized ribbon or bow is made of clear baguettes and pavé rhinestones all set in rhodium. A very pretty and timeless set with that real-look. Clip earrings. Necklace marked Boucher, 5539
	Necklace adjusts to 15½, 1½ drop; earrings: ¾ by ½"
	SB011	$195

1940s Lacy Fur Clip	Gracefully swirling design has cut-outs with heavy gold wash. Central "ball" and accents of pavé stones are silvertone (rhodium backed). This beautifully constructed Retro fur clip is so wearable. Marked: MB (w/ Phrygian cap), 2593
	Reference: Click here to see the 1948 patent for a similar design.
	2¼" by 1¼"
	SB003	$150