Now comes the moment when I get to use the phrase “demi-parure” because I have the matching pin, which you can see here. As you can learn in my Costume Jewelry Glossary, demi-parure is two pieces of jewelry meant to be worn together. In contrast, a full parure has at least three matching pieces, and […]
Black Enamel and Rhinestone Deco
Piece #22 of 100: I’m calling this gorgeous piece deco because of the 3 rows of rhinestones. It is also what gives it a hint of an Egyptian flair. I love this piece (do I say that about each one?) It’s not signed, so I have no idea about its history or age. I found […]
Aqua Pearl Leaves
Piece #9 of 100: Excuse me. Did your mother leave her pearl earrings in my mother’s jewelry box? Because I don’t know how these got here. Really. Never saw my mom wearing anything like this. No dangle at all. Ha rrumph! They’re beautiful though, aren’t they? With a Coco Chanel suit, or maybe one a […]
Navy Florentine Brooch
Piece #8 of 100: Over the last year, friends and family have inquired about Mom’s health (she’s fine, considering) and what’s new with me? Well, I answer, I’m going to blog about Mom’s jewelry. You mean you are going to sell it? No, I’m not going to sell it, I’m going to write about it. […]