Trifari Sterling 'Alfred Philippe' Ruby Cabochon Emerald and Sapphire 'Jewels of Tanjore' Circlet Pin
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Trifari Sterling 'Alfred Philippe' Ruby Cabochon Emerald and Sapphire 'Jewels of Tanjore' Circlet Pin
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Description: sterling vermeil, rhinestones, cabochons
Marked: Trifari with Crown, 5, Pat Pend (twice)
Reference: L. Baker, 50 Years of Collectible Fashion Jewelry 1925-75, p. 75; Kelley & Schiffer, Costume Jewelry: The Great Pretenders, p. 141. Brunialti, American Costume Jewelry - Art and Industry (2008) Vol 2 p 137 - Tanjore is in India, a chief inspiration for Philippe. Patent is reproduced below (scroll down), designer A Philippe, filed June, granted Oct 1945. Click thumbnail above to view advertisement in Vogue, 1 October 1945, p 37.
Condition: Excellent
Size: 2.85" x 1.5"
Price: US$1475 ' - see our Sales Policies (link below) for any shipping charges
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