Description
Double clip brooches were first made by Coro, who gave them the name Duette. Trifari soon followed with their patented design, called Clip-Mates. These pieces were the most important jeweled accessory of the 1930s-1940s & were made into the 1950s. Their popularity was due to their versatility: one can be worn as a brooch or as separate dress clips. Other jewelry makers - including Boucher, Mazer, & Pennino - designed their own brooch mechanisms. (You can see these & other utility patents here.) Dress clips were particularly suited to square necklines of the 1940s, but these pieces are just as versatile with today's fashions. Wear them at your neckline or waist; on your shoulder or lapel; on your purse or hat; on your shoes; or to fasten a scarf or shawl. This remarkable vintage piece consists of two mirror-image components that, when together, create a gorgeous brooch and, when apart, become two perfectly matched fur-clips. A classic roll-over brooch clasp on the reverse of the conjoining component will allow you to wear & display your new piece with ease. Each side features a hinged clip which slides in the backing component to form a singular brooch The silver rhodium tone brooch features 2 unfoiled blue night emerald cut crystals, & a glittering array of pavé rhinestones pervades the surface, in round & baguette cuts The brooch features all of its original rhinestones, Despite of its venerable age all the stones lavish bright sparks, without any darkening, & it is surprising how the plating is clean & bright. This Stunning Art Deco "Duette" is a truly breathtaking example of glamour & glitz style, unsigned but surely it is the creation of a master of jewels Measurements: Brooch measures cm.6x4 (2-3/8" long, 1 1/2" tall) & is cm.1,30 (.1/2" ) deep, Each side measures cm.3x4 (1 1/8" long, 1 1/2" tall) Weight: 29 grams Dated ca. 1930-1940 - This piece is unsigned but well-made. Every Brooch collection should include an example of this unique style Shipping from Italy to the rest of the world: please note that shipping costs are related to domestic shipping: registered mail with tracking,depending on the country ( or time of year) it can take from 10 days to a maximum of 25, if you need to have a more expedited route, send me an email, we can arrange shipping by DHL or UPS courier with deliveries ranging from 3 to 6 days ... but the cost obviously changes Diamanté Art Deco Dress Clips Or Brooch W/Clear Crystal & Un-Foiled Blue Night Emerald Cut Stones - Collector's Jewel Art.712/6
