March 26, 2025
The Emergence of Renoir of California: A Legacy in Copper Jewelry* During the mid-20th century, copper jewelry experienced a surge in popularity, with Renoir of California emerging as a key player in this artistic movement. […]
Explore the rich history of jewelry, from ancient adornments to modern designs. Learn how cultural influences, materials, and craftsmanship have shaped the evolution of jewelry throughout the centuries.
August 9, 2023
Magnetic earrings were popular from at least 1957 (possibly earlier) into the 1960s and later in the late 1970s. Coro was not the only manufacturer of these novelty earrings with a patent infringement case cited […]
June 6, 2023
Lapel whimsies, a unique category of collectible costume jewelry, have garnered a significant following. But what are “whimsies?” Simply put, they are figurals—A term that Longcraft of Thomas Long Company used to describe its various […]
May 27, 2023
The Lovely c. 1970s Castlecliff tulip brooch is a captivating piece of jewelry that combines intricate design elements with a unique aesthetic. Its clever juxtaposition of symbolism and utilitarian-inspired design makes it a true […]
April 28, 2018
Novelty Jewelry: Fishbowl Earrings by Carol Creations (Mack Henfield and Sons) Each decade has its own quirky fad of novelty jewelry that retailers used to drive traffic to their stores. One such fad dubbed as, […]
September 11, 2014
In the 1920s, American women were enthralled by the sophisticated designs that emerged from Europe. Europe, and in particular Paris, France, was the epicenter of all that represented fashion. Consumers were hungry for the […]
August 16, 2014
The Sleeveless Dress The sleeveless dress, deemed the “little nothing dress,” of the early sixties called for jewelry to adorn the arms and ears of women. Both tailored and glittery jewelry fashions were presented in […]
