Description
Marslieu was Imperial pearl Co then later was Imperial Pearl Syndicate. Their first brand was Marslieu from 1928-1948 followed by Imperial Pearl Co. from 1948-1986 Sculped Pearls from 1952-1992,and a few others The first products labeled Marslieu appered in 1928, these were all hand crafted figural costume decorations made with the use of Sterling silver, gold plating, rhinestones, & luminous faux pearls. AS THIS Set is, this set is not marked but not unusual All original clear rows of rhinestones none are missing. Frederick J. Pearsall was the main designer of the company & located in St Providence 3, Rhode Island & he was active for two decades, from 1928-1948 I was able to find one other same design to be exact, but made with cultured pearls, which I date to later than the set I have. I found other designs with faux pearls dated to 1930s. The set is in great condition, for its age, the faux pearls are in excellent condition, thick coating of enamel with no missing enamel Brooch measures 2 1/4 in wide x 1 1/16 tall from the top back side. the matching earrings measure 1 in long x 3/16 in wide, earrings are screw back & work great. Circa 1935-1948 Cornucopia Brooch & earring set Rare Marslie/Imperial Pearl Co, Cornucopia Set/Gold/Silver/Vermile
