Showing posts with label 1950s. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 1950s. Show all posts

Saturday, February 13, 2016

Vintage 1950s Sequin Earrings



A fun pair of vintage sequin earrings. Nude to pale blush color sequins surround 
a dark metallic silver sequin background. There are little turquoise glass seed 
beads sewn onto the middle. These are screw back style earrings. 
They date to the 1950s. 

Measurements:
approximately 1" in diameter

Condition:
---There is wear to the finish on the silvered sequins. 
---Some glue showing on the back.

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Thursday, February 4, 2016

Vintage Cultured Pearls Earrings & Pin Set - Imperial Pearl Syndicate - 1950s



Vintage cultured pearl pin and earrings set. The set was produced by the 
Imperial Pearl Syndicate. Set in 12K  gold filled brushed finish floral settings. 
The earrings are clip ons. The pin has a roll over safety type clasp. All in 
working order.   (Please see condition for additional info.) 

Measurements:
Earrings: 1 1/4" in diameter
Pin: 2 1/4" in diameter

Condition:
---The pieces do show some wear. Some discoloration on the surface of the 
pieces. 
---A spotty discoloration that shows more so on the pin than the 
earrings. Little dark spots. 
---The earrings are a darker gold color than the brooch.

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Friday, January 29, 2016

Vintage 1950s Double Strand Blue Glass Bead Necklace



This is a vintage double strand blue crystal necklace or choker. The larger blue glass beads have an AB finish. (aurora borealis) In between are smaller blue glass beads without the AB finish. Such a beautiful true blue. The findings have rhinestones. The necklace dates to the 1950s to 1960s.

Measurements:
inner strand: 12"
outer strand: 13"
extension hook: 3". 

Condition:
---There is what I consider light wear to the AB finish. 
---Some of the beads have tiny flea bites or chips.

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Sunday, January 24, 2016

Vintage Simmons 6mm Cultured Pearl Earrings



This is a pretty pair of vintage cultured pearl earrings. Each pearl measures 
approximately 6mm. They are a cream color. The earrings are hallmarked
 "SIMMONS" as well as " 1/20 12K G.F." on the screw backs. These earrings 
are the screw on type. These date to the 1950s to 1960s. 

Condition:
---Some wear to the gold filled finish.
---Some greening on the gold filled screw backs. 

For more photos and purchasing information:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/331725775938

Saturday, January 16, 2016

Vintage 1940s Multi Color Rhinestone Cocktail Ring



This is a fun vintage rhinestone ring. The multicolored rhinestones are 
set in a silver tone setting. The setting is even beautifully detailed 
underneath! The shank of the ring is gold plated. The ring is a size 8. 
Dates to the 1940s to 1950s. ***This ring cannot be re-sized.***

PLEASE NOTE: This is a costume ring. The stones are glued in. This is not 
intended to be worn while washing hands or showering. The stones could fall 
out of the setting as a result.
Measurements:
Size: 8
Top of Ring: 3/4" by 1/2".

Condition:
---The setting shows wear. 
---Some glue showing around rhinestones. 
---Some of the stones are not set perfectly.

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