There is really something special about that vintage costume jewelry from the early to mid 20th century. Women's magazines were full of beautiful pieces of jewelry that could be purchased at a reasonable price. Women saw stars wearing these designer pieces and wanted some for themselves! The jewelry was well made and set in the same types of settings as the more expensive pieces that contained precious jewels. Starting in 1955, they began making stones called "Aurora Borealis" and they are just stunning! This was a process whereby stones were coated with layers of metal giving a rainbow brilliance to the piece. It is easy to fall in love with these old pieces with their eye catching colors and elegant style (pictures just do not do them justice). There was something special about these early designers. Miriam Haskell (her pieces were actually designed by Frank Hess but released under the Haskell name), Eisenberg, Hobe, Weiss, Renior, etc. This is just a few!! These early pieces of jewelry were not always signed, but do make sure you check the back of the necklace clasp or earring clips for designer names. If the back of the piece is too shiny and new looking or the stones are not set in prong settings, it may not be vintage so inspect your pieces carefully. Do enjoy collecting and wearing these beautiful works of art! Don't forget to visit South End Antique Mall Saturday and Sunday, August 13th & 14th for the Aurora Colony Days sale! We are opening our parking lot again with some fabulous buys!
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| Aurora Borealis earrings and pin |
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| Beautiful enameled pin with rhinestone center |
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| These beautiful enameled pieces are timeless! |
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| Aurora Borealis necklace |
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| Look at the beautiful Petit Point center on this pin! |
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| I love the lacy look and dangling chain on this piece |
There is really something special about that vintage costume jewelry from the early to mid 20th century. Women's magazines were full of beautiful pieces of jewelry that could be purchased at a reasonable price. Women saw stars wearing these designer pieces and wanted some for themselves! The jewelry was well made and set in the same types of settings as the more expensive pieces that contained precious jewels. Starting in 1955, they began making stones called "Aurora Borealis" and they are just stunning! This was a process whereby stones were coated with layers of metal giving a rainbow brilliance to the piece. It is easy to fall in love with these old pieces with their eye catching colors and elegant style (pictures just do not do them justice). There was something special about these early designers. Miriam Haskell (her pieces were actually designed by Frank Hess but released under the Haskell name), Eisenberg, Hobe, Weiss, Renior, etc. This is just a few!! These early pieces of jewelry were not always signed, but do make sure you check the back of the necklace clasp or earring clips for designer names. If the back of the piece is too shiny and new looking or the stones are not set in prong settings, it may not be vintage so inspect your pieces carefully. Do enjoy collecting and wearing these beautiful works of art! Don't forget to visit South End Antique Mall Saturday and Sunday, August 13th & 14th for the Aurora Colony Days sale! We are opening our parking lot again with some fabulous buys!
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