Archive for the ‘Signed Jewelry’ Category
Mylu Costume Jewelry
Mylu costume jewelry is most well known for its wonderful Christmas pins. While Mylu did also make figural pins, it's the Christmas ones that are most collectible.
There isn't a whole lot known about Mylu's operation, aside from Lynne Gordon and Marge Borofsky founded it. Mylu was for a short while a division of Coro, presumably in the late 1960s to early-mid 1970s. Marge and Lynne eventually joined with Tancer II.
If you are searching for what's most collectible for Mylu costume jewelry, make a beeline for the Christmas tree pins -- worth more than the Santas, angels, etc.
And here's something to note; Mylu sometimes made earrings to match the Christmas jewelry. If you can find a brooch and earring set that's in good condition, snatch it!
Meanwhile, here are some pieces of Mylu vintage jewelry from which to shop. Enjoy!
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 VINTAGE MYLU gingerbread cookie CHRISTMAS TREE PIN bkpc  US $195.00
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 VINTAGE MYLU PEACE CHRISTMAS TREE PIN w dangles US $199.99
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 MYLU Christmas Reindeer DOE Antlers Brooch Pin RARE US $165.00
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1928 Costume Jewelry
1928 costume jewelry just barely squeeks in as vintage jewelry. While they have been around since 1968, they also still continue manufacuring jewelry today.
1928 Costume Jewelry Brooch, Circa 1980's
So provenance plays a big role with jewelry from this costume jewelry manufacturer. If you know approximately when the jewelry was purchased, you can get a better idea of its probably worth.
In the case of the booch pictured on the right, I purchased it from a friend who purchased it in the mid 1980's, so I know this particular piece is at least 20 years old.
Signature Look
The signature look for 1928 jewelry definitely has a Victorian influence. And look on the back; you'll find some etched swirling that is characteristic of this manufacturer.
1928 is a family-owned company, founded by Melvyn ("Mel") J. Bernie in 1968.
Meanwhile, here are some pieces of 1928 costume jewelry for your viewing pleasure
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 Vintage jewelry 1928Coro Pegasus US $12.99
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 GREEN ST PATTYS JEWELRY LOT MONET RIVERS 1928 ETC US $16.50
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 Beautiful gold toned brooch by 1928 US $24.00
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Corocraft Jewelry
Corocraft jewelry was mostly made in the late 1930s through early 1950s, and it was considered and upscale version of the Coro jewelry line. While Vendome eventually became the upscale line, Corocraft vintage jewelry is very collectible.
As mentioned above, Corocraft was a division of Coro. While there are certainly "average" pieces, most of the Corocraft (sometimes spelled Coro Craft) vintage jewelry is well-made with above-average construction and materials.
What kind of vintage jewelry can you find with the Corocraft or Coro Craft marks? They did make just about everything -- earrings, bracelets, pins and necklaces (although I seem to rarely come across the bracelets). The styles range from plain (meaning without rhinestones or enamels) to glitzy. Enamels are also a popular feature. Oh, and you'll sometimes also come across Duettes!
So here are a few Corocraft vintage jewelry pieces for you to peruse. As always, click the links for larger photos and more information. Enjoy!
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 Very Beautiful Vintage Gold Tone Corocraft Brooch 223v US $11.99
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 COROCRAFT BLACK AND GOLD COLOURED CLIP EARRINGS NICKEL FREE TITANIUM POSTS US $.99
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 Vintage Corocraft Brooch and Earrings US $79.00
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 Brushed Gold Tone Signed Corocraft Trembling Rhinestone Brooch Pin US $9.99
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 Vintage Corocraft Brooch US $39.00
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 Vintage Goldtone Hinged Snake Bracelet Signed COROCRAFT Bangle US $20.50
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Vendome Bracelets
Vendome bracelets seem to gather the light, then reflect it back as thousands of tiny sparkles. And althought Vendome earrings and necklaces are easier to come by, the bracelets are small pieces of art.
A Little About Vendome
Like you probably read in the post on Coro and Vendome, Vendome was an upscale version of the Coro costume jewelry line. It began in 1953 and continued on through the late 1970s.
Vendome jewelry in general is characterized by lots of crystal glitz. The designs, while not complicated in their use of crystal beads, were ageless in their looks.
Which means that Vendome jewelry is just as wearable today as when it was made.
Buying Vendome Bracelets
As with all online costume jewelry purchases, the thing you want most is close-up photos of the piece. As well as at least one that shows it in all its glory!
While Vendome generally made what I call the "larger sizes" (7" to 7.5"), keep in mind that some of that space was taken up by the clusters of crystals. Keep that in mind if you're looking at a bracelet with more than 2 strands of crystals.
That being said, enjoy viewing the Vendome bracelets. And if you'd like more, here's a link to .
As always, click the links for more information and larger photos.
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