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The
Cowardly Lion's
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Royal
Jewels
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Elegant and
fascinating, jewelry depicting royal accoutrements are always
popular. This was especially the case around the time of Queen Elizabeth's
accession to the English throne in 1952. In honor of this tradition
and the Queen's Golden Jubilee, the Coward
Lion has gathered up these very special vintage pieces to present to
you. |
Signed |
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Beau Sterling Key Brooch
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A lovely key brooch with an elaborate top
of swirls or plumes, this could open the castle door or someone's heart.
Exceptional condition. Marked: Beau Sterling |
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2 3/8 by 1" |
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SX206 |
$68 |
Boucher Coronation Crown Pins
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Each of these two regal brooches has a faux pearl and pavé rhinestones
in a silvertone setting. These crowns are similar to the English
Coronation Crown and date from about 1952. Although unsigned,
they are marked with the style number and match similar enameled
Boucher pieces. Marked: 4087 |
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1 1/8 by 1" |
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SB060 |
$150 |
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Hattie Carnegie Regal Red Cabochon Brooch
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Suitable for royalty, this lovely brooch features a huge red cabochon,
faux pearls, pavé rhinestones and large dangling faux pearl, all in rich
goldtone. This shield-shaped brooch has a hook to be also worn as
a pendant. Note: there is a small scratch or defect on the
cabochon, reflected in the pricing. Marked: Hattie Carnegie |
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3 by 1 5/8" |
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SX153 |
$150 |
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Cini Heraldic Crossed Keys Brooch
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Both regal and graceful, this stunning
brooch features crossed keys in the center. A royal shield topped
with a crown, resembling the Medici crest, sits above and graceful fish swirl below. See item
SX169 for the matching earrings. Marked:
Cini Sterling |
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Reference:
Reference:
Schiffer,
Silver Jewelery Treasures,
3rd Ed., p. 89 |
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2 3/8 by
2¼" |
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SX178 |
$125 |
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Cini Ornate Key Brooch
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This rare and beautiful sterling silver
piece is an ornate skeleton key made in 1941. The design
incorporates a central shell and stylized dolphins with other elegant,
regal details. Marked:
Sterling by Cini |
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Reference:
Schiffer, Silver Jewelery
Treasures, p. 91 |
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3 3/8 by
1½" |
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SX201 |
$195 |
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Cini Regal Shield & Dragons
Brooch |
The central focus of
the brooch is the Medici crest, a decorative crown topped shield, but
it's protected by flanking dragons. A fabulously ornate and
fanciful piece, in nicely cast sterling. Marked: Sterling by
Cini |
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Reference:
Schiffer, Silver Jewelery
Treasures, p. 89
[similar pieces] |
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3 3/8 by
1¼" |
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SX185 |
$175 |
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Coro
Ceremonial
Axe Brooch
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More
beautiful than threatening, this ceremonial axe piece is goldtone with
rich deep red and green stones. This pin is a great example of
the nicely detailed figural pieces from the Coro designers.
Marked: Coro, Des. Pat. Pend. |
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2¾ by
¾" |
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SC030 |
$90 |
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Coro Pavé Coronation Crown Pin/Clip
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Studded with regal cabochons in emerald green, sapphire blue and ruby,
this pavé dress clip is an older piece than those so popular around
1950. While unsigned, I have a smaller version of this piece
in a brooch marked Coro. This one may have been part of a
duette and is fit for a queen! |
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1¾ by 1½" |
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SC081 |
$125 |
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Coro
Regal Shield Pin
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Ornate
and intricate, this lovely pin features a simulated moonstone cabochon
surrounded by royal elements: crown, wings, greyhounds and
curlicues. Marked: Coro |
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1½ by
1¼" |
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SC031 |
$82 |
Coro Golden Knight Earrings
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Flanked by flags and standards, this
heroic knight in armor looks very brave. These clip earrings are
solidly constructed with an antiqued look to the goldtone finish, and
they're in exceptional condition. Marked:
Coro |
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1 3/8 by 1
1/8" |
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SC096 |
$60 |
Coro Princess Crown Brooch
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Glittering like real
diamonds, the stones in this silvertone crown setting are fit for a
princess. One of the prettiest crown pieces produced, it has a gently
domed structure Exceptional condition. Marked: Coro |
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Reference:
Click here for the 1948 patent. Dolan, Collecting
Rhinestone & Colored Jewelry [4th Ed.], p. 225 |
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2 by 1½" |
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SC093 |
$132 |
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Coro King Brooch
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Familiar
from a deck of cards, this stately king has a full crown and holds his
sword. Heavy stamped metal has an "antiqued" finish
and is in excellent condition. Marked: Coro |
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1½ by 1¼" |
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SC056 |
$60 |
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Coro
Queen's Crown Brooch
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Intricate
and regal, this large crown brooch has emerald and ruby cabochons plus a
lavish array of other sparkling jewels. See item
SC073 for the matching earrings. Marked: Coro (w/ Pegasus), Des. Pat. Pend. |
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Reference:
Click here for the 1944
patent. |
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2
by 2" |
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SC054 |
$195 |
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CoroCraft
Castle Pin
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Dating
from the 1940s this delightful castle brooch has lovely details in
gold plated sterling. Rhinestones adorn the two towers in this
rarely seen piece. See ST043 for the Trifari castle.
Marked: Sterling Craft, Coro |
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1
1/8 by ¾" |
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SC057 |
$95 |
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Coro
"Golden Jubilee" Necklace
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Richly sculptured,
this rare crown pendant has deeply curving "poufs", baguette trim and is
backed with glowing red square rhinestones. What a glorious crown! This
design commemorated Coro's 50th anniversary. Marked: Coro |
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Reference: See the 1951 ad in
Auntie
Em's Corner.
Click here to see
the patent. |
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Chain:
15½", pendant: 1 5/8 by 1½" |
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SC059 |
$190 |
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Lang Jolly Jester Brooch
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This jolly court jester will put a smile in your day
and be a fun companion to wear. Who could resist that sterling
smile? Marked: Lang Sterling |
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1 5/8 by 1 5/8" |
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SL006 |
$70 |
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Lang Lute Brooch
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One
can almost hear the music from this darling lute brooch.
Envisioning a wandering minstrel, this detailed sterling brooch,
complete with its wire "strings", is being included in our Royal Jewels
collection. A nice piece to wear with the jester, item
SL006. Marked: Lang
Sterling |
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2 5/8 by ¾" |
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SL008 |
$70 |
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Lang Enchanted Carriage Brooch
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Fit
for a Queen or Cinderella, this sterling silver carriage will carry you regally
through your day. The patina from age enhances the ornate details
of this lovely piece. Marked: Lang Sterling |
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2¾ by 2" |
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SL001 |
$95 |
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HM
Ornate Crown Earrings
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Not
for the timid, these magnificent, large clip earrings will draw
eyes and comments! Large red cabs are nestled in the goldtone
settings and accented with rhinestones and aurora borealis
stones. Although contemporary, these are done in the vintage
style by well-known costume jewelry author Harrice Simons
Miller. (Note: clip backs have comfort sponges attached.)
Marked: HM 1992 |
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1¾ by 1½" |
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SX060 |
$80 |
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Miracle Celtic Cross Brooch & Earrings
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Regal in bearing, these lovely pieces have a Celtic theme in silvertone
metal. The stones are a stunning color combination of deep
amethyst and green. Earrings are clip style. Miracle has
produced quality costume jewelry since 1946. Marked:
Miracle |
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Brooch: 1 7/8"
diam.; Earrings: ¾" diam. |
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SX146 |
$75 |
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ORA Crown Pins
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You'll feel doubly regal wearing these delicate and lovely crown
brooches. The rhodium plated settings are encrusted with
rhinestones. Marked: ORA |
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1¼ by
1¼" |
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SX129 |
$88 |
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ORA
Keys Brooch
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Keys
to the castle tower? These pretty crossed keys are goldtone with
pavé rhinestones to set you lapel aglitter. Marked: ORA |
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1½
by 1¼" |
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SX081 |
$65 |
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Pell "Diamond" Crown Brooch
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Dazzling with simulated diamonds in silvertone setting, this graceful
crown brooch is very majestic. An unusual piece for Pell, it has
great dimension and is well made. Marked: Pell |
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Reference:
Brown,
Rhinestone Jewelry - Figurals, p.
241 |
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1¾ by 1¾" |
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SX117 |
$95 |
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Peruzzi Sterling
Fleur-de-lis Brooch
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This delightful sterling brooch has a central
fleur-de-lis within a wreath of fruits. See items UP168 for
a coordinating piece. Unsigned, but attributed as Peruzzi
from matching signed pieces. Marked: Sterling |
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1¾"
diam. |
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UP169 |
$92 |
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Peruzzi Ornate Regal Shield
Bracelet
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This silver link bracelet has a large
central focus with ornate scrolls, shield and crown, resembling the
Medici coat of arms. Surrounding
links are a variety of shields with nicely detailed designs. Unsigned,
but attributed as Peruzzi from matching signed pieces. Marked:
800 |
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Reference:
Rezazadeh, Collectible Silver Jewelry, p. 150 |
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7 by 1" |
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SX170 |
$170 |
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Peruzzi Ornate Regal/Gothic Sterling Brooch
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Incredibly detailed and nicely constructed, this
brooch may be an unsigned Peruzzi piece. It incorporates the
Medici coat of arms with cherubs, a crown and an almost ghostly female
torso at the bottom. Unsigned, but attributed as Peruzzi
from matching signed pieces. Marked: Sterling |
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Reference: Rezazadeh, Collectible
Silver Jewelry, p. 150 |
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2¼ by 2" |
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UP168 |
$125 |
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Mexican Sterling Skeleton Key Brooch
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Nicely crafted, this vintage Taxco sterling piece is a regal skeleton
key with flourishes. No information could be found on the artist
or maker.
Marked: MAR, 925, Mexico, Taxco, with the Eagle 3 mark. |
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2½ by 1" |
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SX148 |
$75 |
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Reja Regal British Lion & Crown
Set
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Looking both regal and
slightly fierce, this wonderful sterling figural set from the 1940s has
a crown base with the lion. Both the brooch and screw-back
earrings are gold plated sterling, adorned with sparkling rhinestones
and enameled accents. Note: although not shown well in the image,
the red enameling on the tongue is only slightly worn. It's rare
to find this beauty with the earrings and in such fabulous condition! Marked:
Reja Sterling |
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Brooch: 2
1/8 by 2"; Earrings: 1 1/8 by 5/8" |
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SR191 |
$395 |
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Nettie Rosenstein Regal Knight Pendant
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From the 1940s, this rare Nettie Rosenstein pendant necklace has a
handsome knight in silvertone on a gold plated plaque. Pavé
rhinestones adorn his helmet and leaves. Excellent condition.
Marked: Nettie Rosenstein, Sterling |
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Pendant: 2¼ by 1¼", chain: 22" |
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SX119 |
$245 |
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Trifari
King of Diamonds Brooch
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Larger
than the original King of Diamonds from the 1940s, this contemporary
reissue has wonderful enamel trim as well as sparkling simulated
jewels. (See item ST046 for the original piece.) A heavy and
fun piece with a majestic bearing, and it comes with the original
box. Marked: Trifari ™ 1996 |
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2
3/8 by 1¼" |
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ST032 |
$98 |
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Trifari
Fleur-de-Lis Brooch
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Gracefully
curving and studded with simulated rubies, emeralds, sapphires and
diamonds, this piece is truly regal. A modified iris, the
fleur-de-lis has long been used in heraldry. This brooch is part
of the "Coronation Gems" series, circa 1953, and is in
exceptional condition. Marked: Trifari
(w/ crown) |
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2¾ by 2" |
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ST048 |
$275 |
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Trifari Coronation Crown Brooch
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Rare and very special, this piece was part of a
series of coronation jewels released in 1953.
Layered construction and detail make this brooch glorious. There is one
teeny chip to the red enamel, but the condition is otherwise excellent.
The stones along the crown's band are alternating sapphire and emerald. Marked: Trifari
(w/ crown) |
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Reference:
Click here to see the ad.
Click here for the design patent. Schiffer, The Great
Pretenders, p. 115. |
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1¾ by 1¾" |
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ST058 |
$295 |
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Trifari
Queen's Scepter Brooch
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The
ultimate symbol of royal authority, this scepter has both power and
grace, not to mention sumptuous jewels. The huge pear shaped stone
is accompanied by ruby and emerald colored cabs and an amethyst
rhinestone forms the orb the top. A spectacular design from the
"Coronation Gems" series, and this piece is in exceptional condition. Marked: Trifari
(w/ crown). |
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Reference: See the 1953 ad in
Auntie Em's Corner. |
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4¼ by 1" |
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ST047 |
$285 |
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Trifari
Royal Orb Brooch
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Symbolizing
royalty, this rare orb brooch is very dimensional (¾" deep) and
beautifully constructed. Simulated rubies, sapphires and pearls
band the orb while the Maltese cross is made of a square simulated
emerald and pavé rhinestones. Exceptional condition. One of the
"Coronation Gems" pieces. Marked: Trifari
(w/ crown). |
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Reference:
Click here to see the
1953 ad. |
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2¼ by 1 5/8" |
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ST045 |
$285 |
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Princess Crowns Set
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This regal set of
crowns has rich jewel tone stones in goldtone settings and consists of
two small brooches and matching clip earrings. Note: the earrings
show moderate wear to the finish on the back, having been lovingly worn
by a prior owner. Marked: Trifari
[w/ crown] |
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Reference:
Brown,
Signed Beauties, p. 180 |
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1 1/8 by
7/8" [each piece] |
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ST104 |
$165 |
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Trifari
Dream Castle Brooch
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Like
the similar Coro piece (SC057), this castle has exquisite detail in
showing a towered and bejeweled castle of rosy gold plated
sterling. A wonderful symbol of safety and home.
Marked: Trifari (w/ crown), Sterling |
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Reference: Cera, Amazing Gems, p. 34 |
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1¼
by 7/8" |
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ST043 |
$120 |
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Unsigned |
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Amethyst
Coronet Brooch
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Graceful and made for
a princess, this 1940s coronet brooch is rose gold over sterling and
features rhinestones and amethyst colored oval stones. No maker's
mark, but this is a quality piece
similar to the Trifari coronet pin. Wear to plating is reflected
in the price. Marked: Sterling |
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2
by 1¼" |
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UP101 |
$96 |
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Blue Shield Knight Brooch
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This handsome fellow looks like he's had a few
battles and worn some of the fleur-de-lis from his blue lucite stone
shield. But, he's got plenty of spunk left in him and will protect
you well. |
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2 by 1¼" |
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UP144 |
$52 |
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Rhinestone Skeleton Key Brooch
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A
key to the castle or country manor perhaps? This lovely piece
has rhinestone baguettes on the shaft with pavé stones on the rest of
the key. Setting is rhodium plated. |
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3 by 1" |
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UP141 |
$86 |
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Jewel Tone Crown Pin/Pendant
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Resplendent with jewel tone rhinestones, this lovely
silvertone crown brooch doubles as a pendant. Truly a regal look
from a more recent vintage, 1970s-80s. |
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1 5/8 by 1½" |
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UP154 |
$44 |
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Toledoware
Princess Carriage Brooch
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Incredibly
detailed, this horse and carriage is whisking the princess off to an
important ball. Made in
Spain, these damascene-like pieces are known for their intricate
details and enamel accents. The carriage wheels even turn!
Marked: Spain |
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2 by 1¼" |
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UP122 |
$70 |
Faux Turquoise Joker Brooch
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From the 1960s, this whimsical figural
brooch shows a joker from a deck of cards, complete with symbols of the
suits incorporated into the fringe of his collar. His sparkling
green eyes and grin will capture a smile if the huge tear drop faux
turquoise cabochon doesn't. Exceptional condition. Be sure
to see the full image for his handsome profile. |
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3 by 1¼";
¾" deep |
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UP221 |
$72 |
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Purple & Green Crown Brooch
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Feeling like a queen
and wanting to advertise it? This generously sized brooch will do
just that. The goldtone setting holds bright purple and emerald
green rhinestones along with simulated pearls. |
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2½ by 2" |
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UP121 |
$70 |
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Toledoware Crusader Knight Brooch
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Intricate detail and ornate design are the
hallmarks of Toledoware pieces like this handsome fellow. He
appears to be a Crusader, complete with plumed helmet, armor, shield and
pennant. In exceptional condition, he'll protect you through your
day. |
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1¾ by 1¼" |
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UP208 |
$72 |
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Cinderella's
Carriage Brooch
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Fairy tale magic in a
darling brooch depicting Cinderella's pumpkin carriage. Enameling
and aurora borealis stones make this pin fun, and it has been lovingly
restored to its original splendor. |
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2
by 1½" |
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UP113 |
$70 |
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Princely Mask Pin
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An
adorable mask brooch with a regal demeanor. This mask seems to
have a bejeweled crown. This figural has a lot of impact for it's
size and is in fabulous condition.
[The image doesn't do this piece justice
because of the dimensional nature.] |
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1¼ by 1 1/8" |
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UP143 |
$74 |
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Palace Guard Brooch
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This
charming figural brooch is a knight in armor or palace guard —
complete with his battle axe. Very dimensional, his armor is dark
with a verdigris finish and goldtone highlights. This guy really
makes a statement! |
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3 by 1¼" |
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UP111 |
$70 |
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Cinderella's
Coach Pin
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Ready to whisk you
away, this darling little pin depicts Cinderella's pumpkin coach.
The setting is goldtone with accents of enamel and a rhinestone window.
This fun figural would be great paired with a crown on a lapel. |
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1½ by 1" |
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UP095 |
$48 |
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Lords
& Ladies Set
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This
darling brooch and clip earring set in antiqued silvertone depicts
lords and ladies of the court. Very detailed for it's
size. One can't help wondering if the lord is wooing the lady or
if they're plotting some palace intrigue. Very good condition. |
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Brooch:
1½ by 1½"; Earrings: 1¼ by ¾" |
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US019 |
$52 |
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Petite
Crown Pin
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A
darling scatter pin done in goldtone and traditional simulated
jewels. This petite brooch would be darling grouped with other
crowns or royal jewelry. Excellent condition. |
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1
by 1" |
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UP097 |
$42 |
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Classic
Roman Chess Pins
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These
fun pins depict two chess pieces in the Roman style. Rhodium
plated settings are accented with gold and black enamel. Lovely
detail; excellent condition. C style clasps. |
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1¼ by ¾" |
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US017 |
$42 |
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Sterling Crown Earrings
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Lovely crown earrings set in sterling silver with a
rose gold plating and simulated ruby and emerald stones. From the
1940s, these screw back earrings are nicely constructed and lend a regal
touch. Marked: Sterling |
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7/8 by ¾" |
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UE020 |
$40 |
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Royal
Knights Copper Bracelet
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Composed of round
copper disks, this fun link bracelet features a regal theme. There
are knights, shields and even a royal lion and crown. The enamel
accents and layered construction give this one flair. |
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8" long, 1 1/8" wide |
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UB017 |
$46 |
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Crown
Barrette
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This
darling barrette with it's bejeweled crown is perfect for a subtle bit
of royalty. Much lighter weight than a full tiara or crown!
Rose-gold metal with jewel tone rhinestones, this barrette is also
suitable for the younger collector. Circa 1950. |
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1½ by 5/8" |
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UC015 |
$22 |
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