Postwar Italian fashion jewelry company Coppola e Toppo created flamboyant, larger-than-life accessories that earned the brand legions of admirers in luxury houses and retail shops all over Europe. Working with unconventional materials such as gunmetal, crystal beads and Murano glass, Coppola e Toppo became known for its range of distinctive, vibrantly colored necklaces, earrings, bracelets and more.
Today, Coppola e Toppo is revered as an iconic producer of costume, or fashion, jewelry, which is designed to accessorize with current fashions and typically made with inexpensive materials. The Venice-born Lyda Coppola (1915–86) worked in postwar Milan at a tailor and learned jewelry design with Czech jewelry maker Ada Pollitzer. She launched her jewelry house in the late 1940s, and when she was married, she added her surname Toppo to the company name and was supported by her brother Bruno Coppola in her endeavor.
Although a feature in Vogue that ran shortly after Coppola e Toppo took shape proved to be a significant piece of publicity for the Italian brand — which would soon design lavish confections for the likes of Lanvin, Balmain, Valentino and others — the 1960s are said to have been a turning point for Coppola e Toppo, especially as the era’s fashion-conscious jewelry lovers increasingly became enamored with candy-colored gems. An embrace of free expression and fascination with cultures around the world took hold and resulted in vibrant jewelry with global influences.
Christian Dior and Balenciaga purchased numerous pieces from Coppola e Toppo that would adorn their models and be sold in their retail spaces, and many other clients and customers soon followed. Italian fashion designer Elsa Schiaparelli commissioned the jewelers to create a collection, which they titled Bijoux Voyagers.
In 2020, Italian businessman Pietro Paolo Longhitano and designer Rossella Jardini announced plans to relaunch the Coppola e Toppo brand, with a focus on the style and materials that made the brand famous in the first place.
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21st Century Sea Green Resin and Gilded Metal Coppola & Toppo Brooch
By Coppola e Toppo
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This never used 21st-century brooch by Coppola & Toppo channels a retro aesthetic with its striking use of sea green resin and gilded metal. At the center is a large, faceted res...
21st Century Retro Opalescent Blue Resin and Gilded Metal Coppola & Toppo Brooch
By Coppola e Toppo
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This never used 21st-century brooch by Coppola & Toppo channels a retro aesthetic with its striking use of opalescent blue resin and gilded metal. At the center is a large, facet...
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Coppola e Toppo Amber and Green Crystal Bead 1960s Flower Brooch
By Coppola e Toppo
Located in New York, NY
The 1960s two tone light olive green and pale amber crystal bead flower brooch by Coppola e Toppo is a prime example of the intricate craftsmanship and distinctive design style the c...
Antique 12.50 Carat Amethyst and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Brooch, circa 1890
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian 12.50 carat amethyst, seed pearl and 15 karat yellow gold brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This exceptional, fine and impressive antique amethyst brooch has been crafted in 15k yellow gold. The yellow gold pierced decorated scrolling design displays a central feature collet set 12.50ct hexagonal faceted cut amethyst. The stunning amethyst is surrounded by six impressive collet set seed pearls, set within a pierced decorated yellow gold scrolling border. The antique brooch secures to the reverse with a hinged pin and clasp, benefitting from the additional security of a fine link safety chain and safety pin style fastening. The impressive antique brooch is hallmarked to the reverse with the 15k gold fineness mark (15CT). This impressive amethyst and seed pearl brooch is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card. Images do not always reflect the true color and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual color and showcases each stone. Condition This impressive Victorian amethyst brooch...
Amethyst, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Christian Dior by Galliano S/S 2002 Oversized Enamel Butterfly Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful enameled butterfly brooch from Christian Dior Boutique, circa Spring 2002. Rare and collectible. Christian Dior was famously at the helm of the fabulous John Galliano at th...
Base Metal, Enamel
Chanel red and black camellia vinyl brooch
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- One of a kind and rare Chanel red and black camellia vinyl brooch from the 1990’s collection. - Size 3.5” x 3.5”.
Antique Victorian Yellow Gold 21.08ct Amethyst Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Victorian-era brooch features a richly hued oval-cut amethyst set in an ornate gold mount. The amethyst displays vibrant purple tones with beautiful internal brillianc...
Amethyst, Yellow Gold
Victorian Revival Seed Pearl and Diamond Antique Gold Brooch
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Victorian Revival Seed Pearl and Diamond Brooch Pin. Hand set with Seed pearls and 0.03 Carat Diamond. Measuring approx. 1.65" long. Beautifully Hand crafted in 14K...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lava stone cameo brooch set in 18ct gold
Located in Milano, MI
Lava stone cameo of beautiful craftmanship set in 18ct gold. Probably from the end of the 19th Century. Measurements: 2.3 cm in diameter. Weight: 6g...
Gold, 18k Gold
Abstract 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Platinum and Diamond Pin
Located in New York, NY
An abstract pin in 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum, set with Diamonds. Circa 1960, Retailed by Harry Winston. Length: 2", Width 2.5"
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Heidi Daus "Fabulous Tabby" Crystal-Embellished Cat Brooch in Antiqued Gold
By Heidi Daus
Located in Milford, DE
Dimensions: 3 x 2 inches Hallmarks/Marks: "Heidi Daus" "CHINA" Whimsical elegance meets vintage glamour in this dazzling Heidi Daus "Fabulous Tabby" brooch, a stunning feline-inspi...
Crystal, Gold Plate
CHANEL ruthenium 21B STRASS & CHAIN CC Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel CC brooch in gold-tone metal is a striking blend of elegance and edge. Adorned with shimmering strass for a touch of brilliance, it is framed by a delicate...
Antique 18ct Gold Dog Brooch 1970’s
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Gold & Enamel Dog Brooch 18ct Gold tagged & tested Circa 1970’s Cute, vintage dog with a rub over set, diamond encrusted tail & gorgeous, natural ruby eye. He ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
$8,500
W 16.93 in L 18.12 in
Antique Egyptian Scarab Brooch Ruby Sapphire Diamonds Citrine Garnet Gilt Silver
Located in SE
Antique Egyptian Revival sacred Scarab Beetle Brooch made of Gilt / Fold Filled Silver decorated with 15 natural Rubies, 11 natural Sapphires , 28 natural Diamonds, one Citrine and a...
Diamond, Ruby, Citrine, Garnet, Sapphire, Gold-filled, Silver
Victorian Gilded Brass Mourning Brooch with Engraved Shield Motif, c. 1880
Located in Milford, DE
A striking late-Victorian mourning brooch crafted in gilded brass, showcasing the ornate architectural engraving and shield-form motif characteristic of the Aesthetic Movement (c. 18...
Brass
Coppola e Toppo Yellow / Green Crystal Bead 1960s Flower Brooch
By Coppola e Toppo
Located in New York, NY
The 1960s light yellow / green color crystal bead flower brooch by Coppola e Toppo is a prime example of the intricate craftsmanship and distinctive design style the company is known...
Coppola e Toppo 1960s Gold, Amber & Pink Bead Brooch
By Coppola e Toppo
Located in New York, NY
A lovely example of the artistry of Coppola e Toppo, the Italian brother and sister team who designed and produced stunning fashion jewelry from the 1950s into the 1970s. The brooch ...
Gold Plate
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W 1.75 in D 1 in L 4 in
A large black and white paste brooch, Coppola e Toppo for Valentino, 1971
By Coppola e Toppo
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A dynamic and imposing brooch from Coppola e Toppo, Milano, made for the couture house Valentino in the early 1970s. Part of a range and part of a parure or set (they also made a nec...
Base Metal