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RETRO Jewelry!

1935-1950

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Nancy Galvin, P.O. Box 52, Willis Wharf, VA 23486

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  Signed Gold Filled Topaz Rhinestone Bracelet
Item #10307

A very pretty RETRO bracelet, circa 1940s. This bracelet is gold filled and features a large Chaton cut topaz stone in the center design. Length measurement is 7", width is 1/2" at widest point. Marked INC and 1/20 12K G.F. Very good condition with vintage patina (can be polished if desired). You will enjoy wearing this pretty vintage bracelet.
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Item #10307 $32.00

Vintage RETRO Bird Brooch
Item #10286

This is a wonderful figural piece from the RETRO era. This brooch has terrific styling and is in very good condition. Measuring 2-1/2" x 1-3/4". Appears to be a goldwash over Sterling however this piece is not marked. In very good condition with vintage patina.

Item #9967 $28.00

RETRO! Vintage Simmons Deep Amethyst Stone Bracelet
Item #10218

You will love this RETRO bracelet, circa 1940s, with deep amethyst oval stones; flat on top and faceted underneath. This bracelet is most likely gold filled although the only mark I found was for Simmons on the clasp. The large oval amethyst stones are unfoiled and bezel-set. Length measurement is 7", width is 1/2" at widest point. Very good condition. You will enjoy wearing this bracelet!
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Item #10218 $48.00

Vintage Sterling Red Rhinestone Floral RETRO Brooch
Item #9967

This is a pretty vintage Sterling piece from the RETRO era. This brooch has terrific styling and is in very good condition. Marked Sterling measuring 2-3/4" x 1-1/2" featuring a floral design accented with three Chaton cut ruby red rhinestones. Probably had a gold wash that has worn away. In very good condition.
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Item #9967 $38.00

Vintage Gold Filled over Sterling Symmetalic Floral Bracelet
Item #9880

Here is a vintage Symmetalic goldfilled bracelet over Sterling, featuring a lovely foral design. The mark for Symmetalic, a part of W.E. Richards Co. located in Attleboro, MA, was first used in December 1936. Similar bracelet found on page 56 of Fred Rezazadeh's book entitled Collectible Silver Jewelry. This bracelet has a length measurement is 7-1/2", width is 1/2" at widest point of oval links, with a fold-over clasp. Very good condition. The bracelet is marked Symmetalic Sterling + 12K. You will enjoy wearing this bracelet!
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Item #9880 $40.00

RETRO! Vintage Gold Filled Bracelet
Item #9704

Simple design, elegant effect. Another very stylish RETRO bracelet, circa 1940s. Gold filled, the bracelet consists of alternating detailed sections and engraved links. Length measurement is 7-3/4", width is 1/2" at widest point. Old style clasp. Very good condition. Unmarked but items of this era were typically goldfilled. You will enjoy wearing this bracelet.
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Item #9704 $42.00

Vintage Monet 1940s Sterling RETRO Fur Clip & Earrings
Item #9194

Here is a wonderful v intage Monet Sterling fur clip and matching clip earrings set. All pieces are marked both Monet, and Sterling. Goldwash over Sterling. All pierces are in very good condition, with vintage patina (the pieces have not been polished). The fur clip has two long prongs on back and works differently than a brooch (see pictures). Very RETRO, circa 1940s. Fur clip measures 2" x 1-1/2", clip earrings measure 1-1/4" x 7/8". A suberb example of 1940s Sterling fashion!
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Item #9194 $85.00
Large Topaz Rhinetone RETRO Sterling Brooch
Item #4882

A stunning Retro brooch signed 'Mexico Sterling' in script. The brooch measures almost 4" long and 2- 1/2" at it's widest point. Each long flower stem features flowers created with facet oval topaz rhinestones, unfoiled, which present a lovely warm color. A flowing bow and ribbon connecting the stems completes the look. The brooch is in wonderful condition. Gold wash over Sterling. The pin has a dramatic flair reminescent of 1940 style. You will enjoy wearing this brooch! Please note this is vintage costume jewelry, previously owned and worn.
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Item #4882 $65.00
RETRO Coro Sterling Rhinestone Brooch and Earring Set
Item #8698

I love this delightful 1940s Coro brooch set. Retro style, with flowing ribbon accented with pastal rhinestones; including pink, yellow, topaz, and green. Screw back style earrings mirror this design. All pieces are signed Coro Sterling in script without copyright mark (indicating this set dates prior to 1955). Gold wash over Sterling is in very good condition, some light wear noted overall to set consistent with age and adding charm to these delightful pieces. Brooch measures 3" x 2-1/2", earrings are 3/4" in diameter. A charming vintage brooch set perfect for springtime!
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Item #8698 $65.00

Vintage RETRO Goldfilled Sterling Red Rhinestone Brooch Set
Item #8314

Here is a fabulous 1940s RETRO brooch set. This vintage set features a detailed floral shape tipped with large oval faceted red rhinestones in a Retro center design. Screwback earrings mirror this design. Brooch measures 3-1/2" x 1-1/4", earrings measure All pieces marked 1/20-12 KT; earrings are also marked Sterling. Vintage patina, can be polished if desired. A lovely RETRO brooch set.
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Item #8314 $48.00

RETRO! Vintage Gold Filled Red Stone Bracelet
Item #7134

Another very pretty RETRO bracelet, circa 1940s, with wonderful ruby red stones! Gold filled, the bracelet consists of alternating sections of detailed leaf shapes and ruby red faceted stones. The stones are unfoiled and prong-set. Length measurement is 7-1/4", width is 1/4" at widest point. Very good condition. The bracelet is marked 20-12, it appears some of the marking may have worn off over time. You will enjoy wearing this bracelet!
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Item #7134 $42.00

Rare Sterling MONET 1940’s Vase Fur Clip
Item #4137
This rare older Monet fur clip is from the 1940’s. This elegant vase actually holds a small flower, or is a lovely accessory by itself. Light weight due to hollow nature of the vase. Very good condition, some wearing of the gold wash over the sterling noted. Two pronged clip is in good working condition, with a tight closure. Marked ‘Sterling’ twice, once on the back and also on the top of the two pronged clip. Signed ‘MONET’. The fur clip measures 2 by 1 ½”. A fabulous vintage fur clip! A friendly reminder this item has been previously owned and worn.
Item #4137 $52.00
1940s Sterling Retro Large Aquamarine Brooch
Item # 3778
Book piece! This lovely 1940s Retro brooch, hallmarked 'Sterling' is featured on pg. 27 of Roseann Ettinger's book 1940s-1950s Popular Jewelry. Stylized design, with a gorgeous aquamarine faceted stone in the center accented with clear Chaton rhinestones on upper right side. The center stone itself measures approx. 1" x 3/4", the entire brooch measures approx. 3 1/4" x 1 1/2". In very good condition. I noticed a tiny nick on the stone, you can see this in the picture. But this large stone is soooo gorgeous that you hardly notice. A wonderful Retro item and collectible. Enjoy.
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Item # 3778 $100.00
Bakelite
Cameo & Intaglio Coro
DeMario Dress Clips
Early Plastic
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Hobe` JewelArt Sterling
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