Founded in 1927 by Oreste Pennino, the jewelry
bearing this mark are uncommon and well loved by collectors. The line
stressed the "real look" in jewelry with elegant styles and floral motifs.
Production ceased sometime in the early 1960s. |
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Faux Diamond Bow Brooch
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Resplendent with simulated diamond baguettes and pavé trim, this ribbon
bow brooch has that desirable real look. The settings are rhodium
plated. Note: slight aging of some of the baguettes is reflected
in the price. Marked: Pennino |
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2½
by 1" |
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SP032 |
$150 |
Radiant Baguette Swirl Choker
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A
saucy swirl of baguettes sprays out from a ribbon of rhinestones in this
charming choker. The open central part of each link is flirtatious
and fun. Settings are rhodium plated and the piece is in fabulous
condition. Marked: Pennino |
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16"
long, 1" wide |
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SP028 |
$195 |
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Black Velvet Floral Brooch &
Earrings
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Stunning contrasts are found in this
brooch and clip earring set. The matte black enamel looks like
black velvet, enhanced by the sparkling pavé rhinestone centers.
Perfect with that 'little black dress'! Marked:
Pennino |
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Brooch: 2"
diam.; Earrings: 1¼" diam. |
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SP045 |
$150 |
Sapphire Baguette Loops Bracelet
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The glamorous real-look design of this
stunning bracelet is enhanced by the use of the sapphire rhinestone
baguettes curving over one side of each link. A clever display of
baguettes and flowing dimension! Exceptional condition. Marked:
Pennino |
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7¼ by 1" |
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SP042 |
$185 |
Shooting Star Brooch
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Reminiscent of a shooting star, this
unusual design features a burst of pavé stones on the center dome and
heart-shaped leaves. Trailing along are the four strands of
stones, swaying with your every move. Pendant hook on the back so
this brooch may be worn as a pendant or to sweep beads or pearls to the
shoulder. Note: slight aging to a few of the stones is seen under
magnification. Marked:
Pennino |
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3½ by 1¾" |
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SP040 |
$230 |
Amethyst Swirl Choker
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The circular links of this charming
necklace contain swirls, amethyst colored rhinestones in tiny flowers
and sparkling navette rhinestones. Goldtone settings; ca 1940s. Marked:
Pennino |
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15½" long,
1" wide |
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SP037 |
$195 |
Molded Berry Necklace & Earrings
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Deliciously fluid, this beautiful set has
textured swirls and dangles of molded white berries or buds with a
sprinkling of rhinestones. Earrings are clip style and condition
is excellent. Marked:
Pennino |
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Necklace:
adjusts to 16", 1½" drop; Earrings: 2" long |
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SP041 |
$220 |
Emerald Collet Set Floral Fur Clip
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The layered design of this pin-clip gives
it wonderful dimension - from the lower pavéd petals to the peaked
cabochon center of the flower. The result is an unusual piece from
the 1940s. Marked:
Pennino |
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1 5/8"
diam. |
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SP047 |
$170 |
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Arched Baguette Choker
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There's an architectural feel to the
gently curved links filled with baguettes and keystone rhinestone drops
in this alluring necklace. Settings are rhodium plated and the
piece drapes prettily on the neck. Note: mild aging to the stones
is seen under magnification. Marked:
Pennino |
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14½ by 5/8" |
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SP044 |
$175 |
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Dangling Lantern Earrings
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These dazzling clip earrings incorporate
large octagon rhinestones to create the glass and glow of the dangling
lanterns. Such a clever use of the stones! See item
SP043 for the brooch. Marked:
Pennino |
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2 by ½" |
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SP052 |
$100 |
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Floral Navette Necklace &
Earrings
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This feminine necklace and clip earring
set has a pretty floral motif, like a daisy chain or garland of
sparkling blossoms. Excellent condition; light aging to the
rhinestones when viewed under magnification. Marked:
Pennino |
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Necklace:
adjusts to 16", ¾" wide; Earrings: ¾" diam. |
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SP050 |
$225 |
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Baguette Tassel Necklace
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Elegant with the look of platinum and
diamonds, this real-look necklace features a tassel-like pendant that
sparkles with baguettes as it hangs from rhinestone studded loops.
The extender allows it to be worn as a choker or longer necklace. Marked:
Pennino |
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Reference:
Judith Miller,
Costume Jewelry,
p. 189
[similar piece] |
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17½",
including 2" extender; 1¾" drop |
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SP053 |
$225 |
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Swirling Silver Leaves & Pearls
Bracelet
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Gracefully flowing
links of lightly textured silvertone and luminous faux pearls make this
bracelet feminine and charming. Quality construction is typical of
Pennino pieces and the condition is exceptional. Marked:
Pennino |
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7 by ¾" |
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SP039 |
$145 |
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Emerald Circle Earrings
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Simple and elegant, these clip earrings
incorporate emerald green baguettes in the curling design, and the look
is definitely that of fine jewelry. Exceptional condition. Marked:
Pennino |
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7/8 by ¾" |
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SP049 |
$90 |
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Baguette
Leaf Choker
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Curving
leaves are composed of baguettes and interspersed with pavé balls
(berries?) in this fabulous necklace. Rhodium plated setting and
only slight aging to some of the stones. A graceful and festive
piece circa 1956. Marked: Pennino |
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Adjusts
to 16", 1" wide |
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SP012 |
$195 |
Amethyst Floral Necklace & Earrings
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A gorgeous necklace and clip earring set
with the look of fine jewelry - diamonds and amethysts. The
daisy-like floral elements are connected with graceful swirls; rhodium
plated settings look like platinum. Marked:
Pennino |
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Necklace:
adjusts to 16½", ¾" wide; Earrings: 1 1/8 by ¾" |
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SP046 |
$325 |
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Dazzling Daisy Earrings
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These charming clip earrings look like
dazzling daisies with oval rhinestone petals and raised centers.
They're a great example of the real-look without being overly flashy. Marked:
Pennino |
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1" diam. |
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SP054 |
$85 |
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Golden Leaves & Pearls Bracelet
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Luminous simulated
pearls flank the lightly textured leaves in this 1960s bracelet.
The alternating direction of the links give lend a flowing grace to the
design. Exceptional condition. Marked: Pennino |
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7 by ¾" |
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SP019 |
$145 |
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Delicate Floral Vine Parure
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Swirls or vines interlink the sparkling
flowers in this graceful choker, bracelet and clip earring set.
They look like some sort of wildflower with teardrop rhinestones as
petals. Marked:
Pennino |
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Necklace:
15" by ¾"; Bracelet: 7 by ¾"; Earrings: 1¼ by ¾" |
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SP051 |
$295 |
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Baguette Loops Choker
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Curving and dimensional links are set with baguette rhinestones in this
stellar necklace. Even the rhinestone chain is filled with
baguettes in this "real look" piece. Note: a few of the
stones in the chain show some aging under magnification. Marked:
Pennino |
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14½" long, 1" wide |
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SP036 |
$195 |
Pink
Flower Fur Clip
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Radiant collet set
pink stones create the layered petals of this splendid flower.
Baguettes radiate from the central cabochon. This is a very
dimensional piece with a lot of pizzazz for the size. Marked: Pennino |
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1 3/8"
diam. |
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SP014 |
$165 |
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Heart-shaped Leaf Parure
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Delicate heart shaped leaves entwine about these pieces and are pavéd
with glittering rhinestones. The settings are rhodium plated and
earrings are clip style. Marked: Pennino |
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Necklace: adjusts to 16"; Bracelet: 7¼ by ½"; Earrings: 1 by 5/8" |
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SP024 |
$245 |
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Sweetheart Earrings
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Glittering with pavé rhinestones, these domed heart shaped clip earrings
are just lovely. Settings are rhodium plated. Note:
there is some aging in some of the rhinestones, as reflected in
the price. Marked: Pennino |
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¾ by
¾" |
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SP029 |
$72 |
White Berry Parure
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Nestled among lush golden leaves, these cool white melon shaped stones
provide a wonderful contrast. The glared image doesn't do justice
to this lovely set. Earrings are clip style. Nicely sized,
hefty construction and in exceptional condition. Marked: Pennino |
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Necklace: adjusts to 17"; Bracelet: 7 by 1
1/8"; Earrings: 1½ by 1" |
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SP025 |
$248 |
Festive
Streamer Earrings
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Resembling
a knotted ribbon with dangling streamers, these clip earrings are
party perfect. Slight aging to the stones, but still dazzling
and full of movement. Rhodium plated setting.
Marked: Pennino |
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3" long, ¾"
wide |
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SP013 |
$95 |
White
Melon Bracelet
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Whimsical
open-work fan shapes flank the darling white melon cabochons in this
fun and dimensional link bracelet. Dating from the 1940s this
piece is gold plated with slight wear to the finish. Fold-over
clasp and safety chain. Marked: Pennino |
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7½"
long, 1" wide |
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SP011 |
$128 |
Moonstone
Melon Earrings
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These
earrings represent one of several Pennino designs featuring beautiful
simulated carved moonstones. Textured goldtone leaves curl
around the molded stone in these beautifully made clip earrings.
Condition is excellent. Marked: Pennino |
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1
3/8" by ¾" |
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SP010 |
$74 |
Floral
Fantasy Necklace
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Intricate design of
all clear stones has flowers made of pears and baguettes with additional pear stones
between and round stones everywhere. Beautifully constructed. Slight
cloudiness to some of the pears, reflected in the price. Rhodium setting. Looks better in person! Marked:
Pennino |
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15½" long, 1"
at widest point |
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SP003 |
$160 |
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