Butler Violin Brooch With Crystals by Fifth Avenue Collection

 

 

Butler Violin Brooch With Crystals by Fifth Avenue Collecti

$19.99

This a very unique gold plated violin brooch, Swarovski Crystal Rhinestones. There are 2 accent stones in dark blue near the base. The brooch is signed Butler. It is a Fifth Avenue Collection piece.

This is an excellent gift to the music lovers or to add to you vintage collection.

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STORING COSTUME JEWELRY

Where and how you store your costume jewelry will depend to a great extend upon the amount of space, kind of space, and the ways in which you derive pleasure from your collection. Here are some facts, factors, and suggestions (all derived from many members of he Jewelcollect list), that may help you make a decision about storage/display and at the same time, help you avoid deterioration and damage.
Keep in mind that much of the current collectable costume jewelry was neither designed nor manufactured with the idea in mind of it becoming "vintage". It was, for the most part, meant as a temporary substitute for the real thing and probably has a place in the early beginnings of our so-called "disposable" mode of living. We are indeed fortunate that much of the early costume jewelry was designed and manufactured by people whose previous experience WAS in the fine jewelry industy, so that much of it was well-made, in similar ways to fine jewelry manufacture. We are also fortunate that there continues to be certain manufacturers and designers with a tradition of finely made costume jewelry.
Storage factors that will/may damage your precious costume jewelry:
1. Avoid storage in OAK as it apparently releases fumes which will damage costume jewelry (and other common storage items). Perhaps it therefore follows that some highly processed woods common in inexpensive furniture may also be releasing chemicals that would be harmful. A safe bet would be wood/paper containers/drawers used for storage of art. Metal and plastic would also seem to be fairly safe bets.
2. Avoid storage in CARDBOARD BOXES. This includes the cute little jewelry boxes that the jewelry arrives in. This paper has been treated with sulphur, which definitely contributes to faster tarnishing of gold/silver; so who knows what it is doing to costume jewelry finishes and glues. The exception to storing in cardboard is, of course, if the items have been sealed in plastic bags. It probably is not wise to wrap stored jewelry (in or out of the plastic bag) in tissue paper or kleenix as these are paper products and probably have been treated with undesirable chemicals.
3. Avoid storage in a DAMP ATMOSPHERE. It is widely believed that fluids and dampness definitely contribute to the deterioration of rhinestones and especially accelerate that deterioration of older rhinestone or rhinestones that are not made to top standards.If you want to know more about fluids and rhinestones, or about the cleaning & care of rhinestones, go to Sparkles website "Cleaning & Repair" section.
4. Avoid storage in a DUSTY ENVIRONMENT. Dust itself is abrasive, and when you clean that dust from the piece of jewelry, the surfaces are being slightly abraded.
5. Do not store ANYTHING with CELLULOID. Celluloid gives off fumes that will damage costume jewelry and also other plastics. It may be best if celluloid is stored unsealed so that the fumes are dissipated as they occurs.
6. If you hang necklaces (or other "strung" things) for your convenience in selecting and wearing, you may want to be sure that the "hook" is more like a fat peg than a thin metal rod in order to spread the stress on the bead cord. Rotating the item on the peg may be helpful, too.
Suitable containers for storage:
Metal map/artist drawers. Plastic boxes, Cloth of the softest kind, plastic bags, display units of mostly glass/plastic.
Some interesting ideas for display or accessibility:
Lining up bracelets on a bar - similar to a towel bar - one end must be detachable.
Displaying in picture frame boxes.
Pins and brooches pinned to pillows, drapes, etc.

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Vintage Mother of Pearl Demi Parure Set

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Vintage Mother of Pearl Demi Parure Set

$79.99

Mother of Pearl Necklace Domino Shell Heart Leafs and Earrings
1970s Vintage Jewellery
This luminous 1970s necklace is made of premium grade Mother of Pearl specimen shells. The shells are polished heart shaped leaf strung in an overlapping or domino effect. The necklace has a barrel clasp . The hearts leafs are strung on strong, clear monofilament. The earrings are post backs and excellent condition.
The entire necklace set is in pristine condition Mother of Pearl.
These quality Mother of Pearl specimens have a tremendous glowing effect!

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Information on Vintage Rhinestone Jewelry

Vintage rhinestone jewelry is a hot commodity among collectors of costume jewelry. The versatility and affordability of rhinestones has made them a popular material for costume jewelry for centuries; for the collector, that makes vintage rhinestone jewelry easy to find and purchase. Those who are new to collecting vintage rhinestone jewelry will be pleased to find pieces in every price range and fashion. Knowing what to look for and how to care for vintage rhinestone jewelry guarantees even beginners a great start.

History

• Rhinestones have been centerpieces of costume jewelry since diamond imitations were created in the 18th century by backing glass with powdered metal. In the 1890s Austrian Daniel Swarovski patented his process of permanently applying foil backing to high-led content crystals and began producing high-quality rhinestones of all colors. In an interview with Collector's Weekly online, costume jewelry collector and appraiser Rosalie Sayyah, said that rhinestones became popular in the 1920s when designer Coco Chanel first showed them with her clothing, and remained in vogue through the '50s as more women moved into the workforce and could afford to treat themselves to jewelry

Features

• Rhinestones can be created in an array of sizes and shapes. Vintage jewelry, featuring clear or diamond-simulant rhinestones is abundantly available; pieces with colored rhinestones are a bit more rare. Most vintage rhinestone jewelry was made with base metals for settings, such as brass or copper, that was then plated silver or gold, although some rhinestone costume jewelry was set in sterling silver.
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• Collecting

  • Those interested in collecting vintage rhinestone jewelry should begin their search by checking their local public library for books about collecting vintage costume jewelry, then start shopping for these pieces at local flea markets and thrift stores, where rhinestone jewelry is readily available and often very affordable.
• Serious collectors will find plenty of vintage rhinestone jewelry pieces on Internet auction sites such as eBay and online retailers which specialize in vintage rhinestone jewelry.
  

  Considerations

  • Whether you are buying vintage rhinestone jewelry to collect or to wear, keep in mind that a piece of vintage jewelry is only a good deal if it is in good condition. Rhinestones should be clear, not cloudy. If the piece has an open back that exposes the undersides of the rhinestones, check the condition of the foil backing. Foil backing that is seriously scratched or damaged can be repaired, but repairs can be expensive.
    Some tarnishing or verdigris is to be expected on vintage jewelry made of base metals; however, rust, corrosion, or heavily tarnished or verdigrised (greened) pieces may be impossible to clean.

  Care and Storage

  • Vintage rhinestone jewelry should be worn, cleaned and stored with care. The most important thing to remember with rhinestone jewelry is that moisture has the potential to cloud stones or destroy the foil backing, while also corroding base metal settings. Care should be taken not to expose rhinestone jewelry to liquids, and to dry it promptly if it becomes wet.
    Illusion Jewels recommends cleaning rhinestone jewelry using a jewelry polishing cloth; heavily soiled items can be cleaned with a soft toothbrush barely dampened with glass cleaner, such as Windex, taking care not to scrub or scratch exposed rhinestone backs in order to avoid damage to the foil backing.
    Store rhinestone jewelry pieces individually in cloth bags to prevent scratching. Never attempt to re-glue a loose rhinestone with super glue or any other regular glue. If a stone needs to be replaced, take the item to a jeweler.
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Vintage Signed Avon Necklace ~ Large Faceted Amber Crystal

$42.99

Vintage/Signed/Avon/Gold-tone/1970s/Faceted Amber Crystal Pendent Necklace

This beautiful vintage, signed “Royal Occasion” necklace has a large, oval faceted faux amber crystal. The pendant measures 1" 1/2 and the chain has amber , yellow , and clear beads .

It measures 20"long with a 3" extender chain .

This beautiful AVON necklace is in excellent vintage condition . I have not seen a necklace by Avon like this only the locket one I'm guessing it would be hard to find .

Great Piece to own ...

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Signed Sherman Amethyst and AB Swarovski Rhinestone Earrings

$69.99

Beautiful set of SHERMAN Leaf Design Signed Earrings .

Earrings are about 1 inch long by 3/4 wide .
The crystal is Amethyst and Ab mauve color.

These are a really great piece of unique signed Sherman Jewellery.

Condition is excellent .

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General history Of Costume Jewellery

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Costume jewelry has been part of culture for almost 300 years. During the 18th century cheap jewelry made with glass started getting made. After almost a century, in the 19th century, costume jewelry made of semi precious material came into the market. The use of semi precious material made the jewelry available in the hands of the common people.^[4]
But the real golden era for the costume jewelry began in the middle of the 20th century. The new middle class desired to own beautiful but affordable jewelry, and this desire was realized by its perfect timing: it came during the machine-age and the industrial revolution. All this made possible the production of carefully executed replicas of beautiful and admired heirloom pieces.^[2]
As the class structure in America changed, so did measures of real wealth. Women in all social stations, even the working-class woman, could own a small piece of costume jewelry. The average town and country woman could acquire and wear a considerable amount of this mass-produced jewelry that was both affordable and stylish.^[4]
Costume jewelry was further made popular by various designers in the mid-20th century. Some of the most remembered names in costume jewelry include both the high and low priced brands: Crown Trifari, Dior, Chanel, Miriam Haskell, Monet, Napier, Corocraft, Coventry, and Kim Craftsmen^[8].^[2]
A significant factor in the popularization of costume jewelry was the Hollywood movie. The leading female stars of the 1940s and 1950s often wore and then endorsed the pieces produced by a range of designers. If you admired a necklace worn by Bette Davis in The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex, you could buy a copy from Joseff of Hollywood, who made the original. Stars such as Vivien Leigh, Elizabeth Taylor and Jane Russell appeared in adverts for the pieces and the availability of the collections in shops such as Woolworth made it possible for ordinary women to own and wear such jewelry.^[9]
Coco Chanel greatly popularized the use of faux jewelry in her years as a fashion designer, bringing costume jewelry to life with gold and faux pearls. Kenneth Jay Lane has since the 1960s been known for creating unique pieces for Jackie Onassis, Elizabeth Taylor, Diana Vreeland, and Audrey Hepburn. He is probably best known for his three-strand faux pearl necklace worn by Barbara Bush to her husband's inaugural ball.
In many instances, high-end fashion jewelry has achieved a "collectible" status, and increases in value over time. Today, there is a substantial secondary market for vintage fashion jewelry. The main collecting market is for 'signed pieces', that is pieces which have the maker's mark, usually stamped on the reverse. Amongst the most sought after are Miriam Haskell, Coro, Crown Trifari and Sphinx. However, there is also demand for good quality 'unsigned' pieces, especially if they are of an unusual design.        ^{http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Costume_jewelry}

Signed SHERMAN Clear Swarovski Crystal ,Brooch And Earrings Set

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SHERMAN, the esteemed Canadian company with the amazing sparkle! This set has the clear crystal rhinestone brooch and matching earrings. All pieces are signed. The oval shaped brooch has a two tiered design. The bottom layer is large dazzling clear rounds. The second layer has rounds of two sizes and also navette crystals , with a 3-D effect. , with a large oval shaped crystal in the center unique piece of Sherman . The back of the set is silver tone. The earrings are clips and measure 1". The brooch is 2"-2" inches . Condition of this set is excellent, { PRISTINE } Looks to be never worn , Gorgeous!

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CONTINENTAL VINTAGE FUSHSIA PRONG SET RHINESTONE BROOCH

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We are pleased to present, this gorgeous unique design and color vintage brooch marked: CONTINENTAL.

This is a unique color in CONTINENTAL., Fuchsia - pink , really different design rare find
Different size rhinestones BEAUTIFUL piece to own .

This vintage brooch is signed "Continental". This company was one of Sherman's main competitors back in the day, known to produce quality costume jewelry. It dates to the 1950's or 60's and features all prong set rhinestones in a gold tone metal setting. Overall dimensions are 3" x 1"

This brooch is in excellent condition .

Please feel free to call or email if you have and questions .

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Father's Day Gift Ideas~ Vintage Jewellery

 

Father's Day "CHARCOAL HORSE "Cuff Links Vintage

$14.99

UNIQUE ,CHARCOAL CLASSIC" FROM The 1960s. Gleaming gold tone Cuff Links with Hematite Stones or glass hematite stones with molded HORSE Head design , really different.
Great Father's Day Gift Idea.
Good Vintage Condition

 

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How To Clean Vintage Rhinestone Jewelry

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VINTAGE ~ BRILLIANT ~ CLEAR CRYSTAL RHINESTONE CHOKER NECKLACE

 

VINTAGE ~ BRILLIANT ~ CLEAR CRYSTAL RHINESTONE CHOKER NECKLACE

$34.99

VINTAGE - BRILLIANT ~ RHINESTONE CHOKER NECKLACE. 4 ROWS OF CLEAR CRYSTAL RHINESTONES ON SILVER TONE. MEASURES 15 INCHES INCLUDING EXTENDER. BEAUTIFUL CLASSY , GREAT WORKMANSHIP OF THE 50s .
This Crystal rhinestone choker necklace is in great vintage condition.

 

Most Vintage Rhinestone Jewellery from 1940s, 50s ,60s were Crystal Rhinestones the good quality pieces of jewellery. The more high end Designers ,like Sherman, Lisner, Trifari , Weiss, Vogue and so on , only top product and workmanship to these pieces . These days it is getting harder to find quality costume Jewellery .As a collector seeing that these pieces are disappearing from history and value becoming that much more greater . So if your looking to invest in Vintage costume Jewellery , knowing the value will just become greater in time maybe its time to pursue those pieces that you may have been thinking about and buy them know before they are gone forever. Please feel free to email or call Sinclair Treasures Jewellery , you can visit my website http://www.sinclairtreasures.com or if there is something you are searching please ask I will do my best to help you find that special piece . There are many pieces that are not listed on our website as there is many pieces that are in inventory so please do hesitate to ask . Thank Owner/ Operator Peggy Sinclair

The State Of Estate Sale

Someone once said there are no new ideas , just reinterpretations of the old ones .With a upscale twist and tweak , sales of the yard , garage , Tag, and rummage variety now have a new cachet . Nearly everyone has bought a nifty little preowned item and has been thrilled with the innovative choices on offer. In todays economy , selling secound hand , preowned Jewellery is the NEW NORMAL !

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How to clean & care for Vintage & Antique Jewelry

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You have a nice collection of vintage or antique jewelry. It's lovely...it sparkles...it's a heirloom...and it will need to be stored, cared for, and cleaned so that it stays that way. This page is devoted to tips for taking care of, and cleaning, your precious jewelry.

Care

There are several things to remember when thinking about caring for vintage and antique jewelry. These are all elements which could cause deterioration over time:

1. Scratching. Be careful that your jewelry isn't stored so that the pieces rub against each other. General scratching, at best, and scratching and loss of stones at worst could be the result. Leave room between the pieces and, if they are especially treasured, a soft pouch or cloth around them might be considered.

2. Temperature changes. Any increases or decreases in temperature can affect the glue and cause stones to fall out.

3. Moisture Jewelry's biggest enemy. Moisture can be the breeding ground forVerdigris damage or rust damage, and pitting of metals. Also...all rhinestone jewelry is at risk of losing the foil backing of the rhinestones and loss of their luster if moisture comes in contact with them. For this reason, it is especially important to be careful wearing jewelry in moist places, i.e. the beach, saunas, pools, even in very rainy weather. Chlorine is particularly damaging to stones and metals. Also important is to make sure that the jewelry is completely dry after any cleaning is done before putting them away.

4. Household jobs. It is important to remove jewelry when doing household cleaning and other jobs, and particularly when doing any heavier cleaning or yard work or gardening.

5. Containers. A container is a container is a container. Right? Unfortunately, no. Not all containers are equal when it comes to storing jewelry. Oak cabinets give off fumes that can damage jewelry, so an oak jewelry box may not be the best bet. Many jewelry pieces come in small boxes, designed to store the piece. Even these can cause damage, in time, because they probably contain sulphur, which can damage the metal in gold and silver jewelry. As stated above, soft pouches or cloths around special pieces are a good choice. Other good choices are metal or plastic containers and zip lock bags. (Zip locks are especially good for rhinestone jewelry...if a stone gets dislodged...it stays in the bag!) If you have a large collection of display vintage jewelry, a curio cabinet is fine for storage.

6. General storing tips. Keep items separate from each other, and be sure to store beaded jewelry flat, especially if it is strung on silk, because silk stretches over time. Keep jewelry away from sunlight, heat vents, and hot car interiors.

Cleaning

Okay...you know how to store your jewelry...but no matter how well you do this, some dust will eventually get into the storage area and into the jewelry. How do you do this safely? The following will give you some cleaning advice:

1. There are many products available to clean vintage jewelry. Make sure that the one you choose does not contain alcohol, acids or ammonia. If you decide to use a product designed for cleaning jewelry, please read the label and make sure that the product matches the piece. i.e...don't use sterling silver cleaner to clean rhinestone jewelry, for instance.

2. Windex, sprayed onto a soft cloth is a good choice if you do not go the jewelry cleaner route. BE SURE, in either case, not to spray the cleaner directly onto the jewelry, but rather onto a soft cloth first, in a very small amount...just enough to do the job. Soapy water is not suggested because it can leave a residue on the jewelry and can make stones look dull.

3. Before cleaning inspect the jewelry for dust and other grit. Use a magnifying glass or loupe. It will help to see if there are any loose stones or settings, which can be tightened before attempting to clean. In all cases, the softest toothbrush (or make up brush) you can find is a good choice to lightly dust first before attempting to clean the item. (Be VERY careful when cleaning aurora borealis stones, since they will scratch very easily.) For specific tips on cleaning rhinestone jewelry, see this page.

4. Once you have lightly dusted the jewelry, spray a little Windex, or jewelry cleaner on a very soft cloth. Make sure that it is not too wet. It should be just damp enough to get the job done. If there is dirt in small places, a little cleaner on a Q tip will be useful.

5. In all cases, be sure that the jewelry is completely dry before putting it away. Remember that moisture is jewelry's biggest enemy. Why bother cleaning it, if you are going to put it away wet, just to find out that you've damaged it yourself through carelessness. I suggest drying for at least 15 minutes UPSIDE DOWN so that any moisture will flow away from the jewelry, not into the settings.

6. Finally, a soft polish with a special polishing cloth, like a Sunshine Polishing cloth. (can be purchased at many places online, and some jewelry shops.) They are inexpensive cloths and do a wonderful job of polishing a jewelry piece to make it look almost new.

7. How often to clean? There is no general rule of thumb. If it is a piece that you wear often, you could clean it every week or two. If it is a special piece that is used only occasionally, you might just clean it right before wearing it, or when putting it away again for storage. With a little care in storage and cleaning, your precious vintage and antique jewelry will give you years of enjoyment, and will be able to be passed down to your descendents.

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Unique Vintage Wedding Pearl Accessories

Finding unique is sometimes is the top priority in wedding accessories . The something old and something new is taken quite seriously when it comes to that special day . Also that unique one of a kind piece that is special to your heart and makes you stand out for that special day , that tells people you took the time to make your fashion accessories just a meaningful as your bridal wear fashion. Even for the bridal party as vintage jewellery for them as well to heighten the look and feel of that special day .Making every one feel the same way as you do , adding that excitement to all of your bridal party . Even the Groom with the men , vintage costume cuff links , Tie Clips , great way to have everything unique and special . Affordable Unique Vintage Jewellery for any occasion is great , but Vintage for Weddings is taking of  more and more people are leaning towards unique which means Vintage . A great way to customize your accessories for that very special day !
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Vintage Costume Jewellery Popularity

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Vintage jewelry is experiencing unprecedented growth in popularity, and it is easy to see why. Each piece of vintage jewelry has its own history, and it is rare to find two alike. Many pieces are handmade with great attention to detail, which makes investment wonderful memories of family and women affected by environmental impacts of mining or practice of the trade fair industry vintage diamond jewelry to express their social sensitivity. But the search for the perfect “something old” to complete a set of marriage or a complete favorite outfit can be a daunting task for women who can not have a degree in fashion history or art. Where can I find vintage pieces? What constitutes an antique piece of jewelry? What is the difference between vintage and antique? This guide provides practical and useful answers to these questions, and advice on how to choose the perfect piece of vintage jewelry for every occasion.
Most jewelers and collectors agree on a minimum age of 20-25 years for an element to be considered vintage, after 100 years, is considered an antique. Many are vintage jewelry and jewelers often show real estate sales and online markets. Some jewelers even artisans create new components from vintage jewelry, earrings and bracelets as jewelry made from various vintage pin package.
The oldest historical jewels are still commonly comes from the Victorian era. Romantic in tone, Victorian jewelry is usually a delicate, feminine and inspired by nature. Pieces of the Victorian era to mid-film darker stones like garnet, amethyst, onyx, and would be perfect for a wedding in the late evening or at least in part, a wife with diamonds and pearls. In early Victorian jewelry and aesthetic light based precious stones like sapphire, peridot and diamond. For an elegant wedding in spring or summer, look for the jewels of this period.
With the ascension of King Edward to the throne of England in 1901, began the Edwardian period, characterized by the design of complex and expensive jewelry. During the same period, enamel art nouveau botanical drawings made worked extremely popular. Collectors especially prize artist Louis Comfort Tiffany designs.
Perhaps the best known of all the jewelry is vintage, Art Deco style. Always loved by many fans, Art Deco epitomizes the economic boom between the First and Second World War. Characterized by geometric shapes and bright colors, jewelry is often characterized by Art Deco, bakelite, celluloid, enamel and metal high polished. Complex, ostentatious, and architecture, Art Deco jewelry incorporates best style and modern fantasy.
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What Is Vintage Jewellery

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What Is Vintage Jewellery? What is vintage jewellery? - a definition guide With the difference between vintage, antique and contemporary second hand jewellery and what does retro and kitsch really mean? On Jewels and Finery we are specific in using the terms above as we date many of our pieces of vintage jewellery. The guide below gives the age range on when each term can be correctly use. Vintage Jewellery This term applies to jewellery that was manufactured between antique and second hand. So that's over 25 years old and up to about 100 years old. In 2011 this is now the decades including Art Deco from 1911 to around 1986. Now it is very difficult to date exactly to these years - so its easy to say from the 1920s up to the end of the 1980s. Antique Jewellery This term applies to jewellery and items that are over 100 years of age. It will include the periods Georgian, Victorian, Arts & Crafts and just about Art Nouveau. Second Hand, Pre Owned, Contemporary jewellery This terms is used for any piece of jewellery that is up to 25 years old. Exact would be 1986 onwards - but its is very difficult to be that precise - so Jewels and Finery have the age span from the 1990s to yesterday. This means that items have been pre owned and so not new. Vintage Inspired Jewellery (Vintage Style Jewellery) In the style of vintage or retro style - you may have seen these terms used. The jewellery is brand new and have some aspect that looks as though it has a designed of many years ago. Retro Jewellery The term retro means "old fashioned" or associated with the past/revived from the past. Used mostly for jewellery from the 1940s and 1950s that has a distinct old fashion - quaint look. Kitsch Jewellery This applies to jewellery that was once popular and has a sentimental appeal. Now the term refers to items with mass appeal that have become highly collectible. Its a stroll down memory lane and can include - pop it bead necklaces, love beads, macrame jewellery and dried flowers in resin brooches (to name just a few). http://www.jewelsandfinery.co.uk/what-is-vintage-jewellery-17-w.asp Visit http://www.sinclairtreasures.com  unique qualitly vintage costume jewellery

Sherman Clear Crystal Garland Pin / Brooch

$72.99

This vintage Sherman 1950’s clear marquise and round crystal garland pin is just beautiful and sparkly! It was designed as a medium size 1 ½” garland layered and stacked for a 3-D effect. The pin features a series of dazzling clear color marquise and round shaped crystals set in a rhodium-plated setting. It comes in excellent condition showing no wear visible to the naked eye with all original prong set stones. It is signed on the back in small silver square. Sherman was a Canadian costume jewelry company that produced very high quality pieces. Colorful or clear prong-set rhinestones or cut crystal beads (sometimes with an aurora borealis finish) adorn most Sherman pieces. The metal is rhodium-plated or gold-plated. Sherman produced jewelry from 1947 to 1981. This piece would be a wonderful addition to your Sherman or any vintage jewelry collection. Please feel free to call or email me on any questions you might have either before or after a purchase. Thank you for stopping by 
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Jewellery hunters know there's money to be made finding and buying vintage baubles at rummage sales, estate auctions and church bazaars. But you really have to know your stuff if you're hunting unsigned Sherman.
Researching Sherman Jewellery Gustave Sherman was a Canadian fashion pioneer. The brilliant jewellery designer manufactured only high quality ‘costume jewelry’ pieces in Montreal for thirty four years from 1947 to 1981.
Gustave Sherman's genius is manifest in the beautiful pages  Sherman Jewellery master piece collection by Sandra Caldwell and Evelyn Yallen. This book is a must have for Canadian jewellery collectors as it references so much of Sherman’s work in easy to find sections based on colour and design. More importantly, Sandra Caldwell and Evelyn Yallen are expert collectors and therefore skilled at summarizing the subtleties of Sherman; every sentence makes readers more aware of the realities of the jewellery design business and the materials available in the post war Canadian fashion marketplace .

 Sherman - A Brief History Montreal was the center of fashion and set the standard across Canada. The city was particularly influential in jewelry design. In 1947 Sherman chose to set up his factory in Outremont, home to wealthy French Canadians and Jews, while most of his contemporaries were located along Main or St Lawrence Street. This might have added to his exclusivity and helped reinforce a notion of high quality and individuality. Sherman sold to both large and small jewellery stores all across Canada; he was equally represented at Birks and Peoples’ on Bloor St in Toronto, as he was at Mackenzie’s in Lethbridge, Alberta. His work was at one time or another available in all of Canada’s largest retailers, including Eaton’s, Simpsons and The Hudson Bay Company.
Regarding the Great Debate: How much Sherman jewelry is unsigned? On page 12 and 13 there are no pictures. That anomaly alone should immediately signal readers that something important is written here. On these two pages Sandra and Evelyn have laid out their position on the great debate – they get down to business and justify why they believe that “there is a significant amount of unsigned Sherman” waiting to be found and purchased in yard sales and church rummage sales all across Canada. 1. Sherman is hard to fake, and there would be no profit in such complicated replications. 2. Original owners attest to buying both signed and unsigned pieces in same box. 3. Identical designs exist that are both signed and unsigned. 4. Sherman was often sold with cards and tags in gift boxes that served as a signature. Let’s remember after all, it was just costume jewellery…
Regarding Aurora Borealis and Topaz Jewelry, Aurora, which is a technique for coating stones in 1955 by Swarovski, was a novel treatment that gave interesting depth to designs by allowing the same stone to take on a different appearance and colour. the authors state that they believe, based on years of experience collecting Sherman, that there is more Aurora Borealis and Topaz jewelry in existence than any other make .
Regarding Green Jewelry According to Sandra and Evelyn, green jewelry is the least popular colour of all costume jewelry and so accordingly there are fewer green Sherman designs – does this make green jewelry more expensive today? Not necessarily, it depends on the beauty and modern functionality and modern desirability more . But of particular interest is the wide rigid cuff bracelet in an uncommon pale, celadon green with the usual cabochon glass stones The book shows rare pieces and uncommon designs using unfoiled, reverse set stones. Whenever possible it shows sets where everything matches, and time and time again the necklace is signed but the earrings are not signed or the bracelet is shown in the box with cardboard tag signature etc.
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