Description: gold plated base metal, faux topaz crystals
Marked: Schiaparelli, Pat 156452 (on earring clips)
Reference: Patent is for clip mechanism, dated 1949. The stone is identical to the one used in the (always unsigned) Schiaparelli Lobster pin, to which these are matching signed earrings - see SSS1323. The series was advertised in Vogue, 15 Sept 1957, p 189; click thumbnail above to view advertisement. Our thanks to Barbara Schwartz for the reference and the advert. It was produced in consultation with Mme Schiaparelli, 'designed in Paris and made here', by Berne Inc, of Philadelphia PA - see Womens Wear Daily, 29 March 1957 p 11, 19 June 1957 p 12, 1 Nov 1957 p 18. Reference Links - sss1323
Condition: Very good - wear to plating on back only
Size: 1.1" x 0.75"
Price: US$375 ' - see our Sales Policies (link below) for any shipping charges
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