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Is KJL jewelry real?
KJL jewelry is not real in the sense that pieces produced by the jewelry maker usually don't feature precious metals and genuine gemstones. Kenneth Jay Lane, or KJL, specialized in costume jewelry. As a result, the brand typically made pieces out of less expensive materials, such as glass and brass. The father of so-called “fabulous fakes,” Kenneth Jay Lane was a spirited innovator within the jewelry industry, designing elegant and luxurious pieces without the use of real jewels. Explore an assortment of Kenneth Jay Lane jewelry on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
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Vintage KJL KENNETH JAY LANE Asian pagoda dancers gold rhinestone designer neckl
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed KJL • gold tone with rhinestones • vintage designer runway brooch MEASUREMENTS • 6 3/4" by 1 1/2" CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal sign...
Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Gold

Vintage KJL Butterscotch Enamel Strawberry Pendant Necklace Gold Tone Chain
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
This vintage Kenneth Jay Lane necklace features a substantial three-dimensional strawberry pendant with a distinct retro appeal. The body of the fruit is finished with a smooth, glos...
Category

Early 2000s American Retro Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Kenneth Jay Lane Faux Pearls
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Kenneth Jay Lane Faux Pearls from the 1980's. Four strand cream faux pearls with pave Art Deco inspired clasp. Signed. 1980's USA. Lengths 15-18", 1.25" wide.
Category

Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Rhodium

KENNETH LANE signed vintage massive amber resin beaded designer necklace
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed KENNETH LANE • gold tone with resin beads • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear S...
Category

20th Century Beaded Necklaces

KENNETH LANE signed vintage glass pearls jewel massive beaded designer necklace
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed KENNETH LANE • gold tone with glass beads • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear S...
Category

20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Kenneth Jay Lane Antique Gold Plate Swarovski Crystal Merman Mythology Necklace
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Kenneth Jay Lane antique gold Swarovski crystal mythological merman necklace features octagonal ruby crystal centerpiece with baroque pearl drops. Luxury designer jewelry for collect...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass, Mixed Metal

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