Parure is a French term for three or more matching jewelry pieces. If few of a particular design are known to exist, having a signed example is important. Crystal necklaces were like strands of pearls, everyone had one in the 1950s. The word vintage is almost everywhere these days, it seems. A journey through the Ross-Simons Collection of Vintage and Estate Jewelry is like a trip around the world and a journey back in time. Value: $711.99 parure shown (eBay 10/07); necklace only $362.60 (eBay 7/08). If you have or are looking to buy vintage jewelry, consider the condition, as well as the apparent beauty. Miriam Haskell pieces like these earrings made entirely of rhinestones are not commonly found. View our Signed Jewelry. This set consisting of a number of matching pieces would be referred to as a "parure" by collectors. The style, the materials, the cut of the stones, all contribute to the vintage tag. If you have any questions about any of the jewelry, please feel free to contact us. Dior Germany on the signature cartouche. A sapphire and diamond ring my mom had made for me, and an identical one for my sister, which she gave to us on our 16th birthday. Notes: High fashion designer c. 1950s, whose name was evidently used on some cosutme jewelry pieces. Funky charm bracelets from the 1950s have been gaining popularity recently and prices are on the rise. Signed "Regency" on oval plaque. If any piece of jewelry survives to be 100 years old, it is usually because of the care it has received. Shop designer and luxury watches from Rolex, Patek Philippe and Cartier from the world's best jewelry dealers. We provide free overnight and insured shipping for all the jewelry on this website! Signed "Kramer of NY" on the necklace, "Kramer" on the earrings. Parure is the collector's term for three or more matching pieces. A similar example with Lucite wings was documented selling in the $17,000 range at a live auction in years past. This one by Reinad, while beautiful, is not as nicely detailed. This style of jewelry is commonly referred to as "retro" by collectors and dealers. Mark (Crown over the "T" and no copyright symbol) dates these pieces to the late 1940s. Select pieces were originally marked with paper hang tags. This piece is dated 1964 and marked Chr. Discover designer bracelets, necklaces, earrings and rings in gold, silver, platinum, diamond and gemstones. Rhodium plated. If the company has signed the piece, by putting a unique mark on it, the value increases further. If it were a true jelly belly (a collector's term describing pieces incorporating clear lucite cabochons or components in the design), it would have sold for even more. However, the grapes motif, in general, is one of the most common styles of Forbidden Fruits jewelry.​. Values shown in this price guide reflect the actual selling price in the venue stated (in parenthesis after the value). Free US shipping, lifetime warranty You can opt-out at any time. It is in mint condition. Feel free to shop our rare collection of fine vintage jewelry or schedule an appointment to visit our 5th Ave Showroom. Cabochons are the stones with rounded tops rather than facets. Shop our collection of fine vintage engagement rings. Shop Cocktail Rings, Feel free to shop through the Estate Diamond Jewelry curated collection of Fancy Diamond Engagement Rings. The Retro Era, however, is vintage and ran through the 1940’s and 1950’s. This Napier necklace made up of clear crystals and goldtone beads feature a flattering Egyptian Revival influence. Combining colored rhinestones with faux pearls are more uncommon than pearl and rhinestone. Is highly influenced by Victorian clothing and styles from the world and rare estate Bands! 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