Trifari Jewelry
Costume jewelry maker Trifari is widely loved for its fine craftsmanship and complex designs for necklaces, brooches and other jewelry and accessories.
The company was formed in New York during the early 1920s, when its partners Gustavo Trifari (who descended from a family of jewelers), Leo Krussman and Carl Fishel (business associates in hair-ornament manufacturing) recognized, as other designers during the Art Deco era such as Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel had, that fashion trends for affordable jewelry for everyday wear represented an opportunity (and that the popularity of shorter hairstyles didn’t bode well for their haircomb business).
Initially called Trifari, Krussman and Fishel Jewelry (T.K.F.), the trio eventually shortened their brand’s name, at the suggestion of an advertising professional, to Trifari in order to evoke the romance of Gustavo’s native Italy.
The hiring of French designer Alfred Philippe as head designer in 1930 was pivotal to Trifari’s success. A master craftsman who had worked with both Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels, Philippe set about establishing the same high-quality standards of materials and craftsmanship in the design of fashion jewelry and trained other Trifari artisans to do the same. Settings were delicate; crystals were hand set; designs, which sometimes featured dazzling floral motifs or exquisite depictions of marine life, were sophisticated and elegant, having both the look and feel of fine jewelry. First Lady Mamie Eisenhower wore a Trifari parure of faux pearls to her husband’s presidential inauguration in 1953 and Trifari glass pearls to his inaugural ball in 1957.
Before retiring in 1968, Philippe created Trifari’s most recognizable designs. In the 1930s, when the company was custom-making accessories for the stars of Broadway musicals, it was the crown motif: These brooches became so often identified with the brand that a crown was eventually incorporated into the trademark. In the 1940s, the “Jelly Bellies” inspired affection as well as knockoffs; these were animals, birds and insects sporting a “belly” of clear Lucite. Clip-Mates were another favorite and a technical marvel — two dress clips that, joined together, created a brooch.
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Creator: Trifari
TRIFARI crown signed vintage gold tone white cabochon designer clip on earrings
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI crown
• gold tone with glass
• vintage designer earrings
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 51
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
TRIFARI signed gold tone black glass designer clip on earrings
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• TRIFARI signed
• gold tone with glass stones
• vintage designer earrings
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• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Vintage Trifari Pearl Stud Earrings 1970s
By Trifari
Located in Wilmslow, GB
Trifari are undoubtedly America's most prolific costume jewellery maker. Creating jewellery since the early 1900s. When the founder Gustavo Trifari partnered with two others, Krussma...
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1970s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
TRIFARI crown signed vintage gold tone designer clip on earrings
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI crown
• gold tone
• vintage designer earrings
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 49
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Vintage TRIFARI crown gold white ename flower designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone with enamel
• vintage designer brooch
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with some signs of wear / cracking on en...
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
TRIFARI crown signed vintage gold tone carved lucite designer clip on earrings
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI crown
• gold tone with lucite
• vintage designer earrings
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 50
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1960s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
TRIFARI crown signed gold designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI crown
• gold tone
• vintage designer brooch
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 37
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
TEIFARI crown signed gold enamel butterfly designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone with enamel
• vintage designer brooch
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 43
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
TRIFARI crown signed gold waterfall amber lucite drops multi chain necklace
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI crown
• gold tone with lucite drops
• vintage designer necklace
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wea...
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Vintage TRIFARI crown signed gold tone enamel designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI crown
• gold tone with enamel
• vintage designer brooch
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
TRIFARI crown signed silver tone glass designer clip on earrings
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• silver tone with glass stones
• vintage designer earrings
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Vintage TRIFARI crown gold tone faux turquoise designer bracelet
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone with faux turquoise
• vintage designer bracelet
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
TRIFARI crown signed gold tone pearl designer bracelet
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI crown
• gold tone with glass pearls
• vintage designer bracelet
MEASUREMENTS
• CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
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20th Century Trifari Jewelry
TRIFARI crown signed vintage silver tone leaf designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI crown
• silver tone
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
• CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 57
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20th Century Trifari Jewelry
TRIFARI crown signed vintage gold tone flower designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI crown
• gold tone
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
• CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 56
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20th Century Trifari Jewelry
Striking Trifari Crystal Pendant Drop Earrings
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Imposing and striking articulated Trifari Crystal Drop Earrings from the 1960's. Clip earrings with a grid of pave work set within a gold...
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1960s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1950's brushed gold leaf Trifari link Bracelet 1950s Trifari jewellery
By Trifari
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This spectacular 1950's link bracelet, finished in a textural brushed gold finish, is the perfect statement piece to add to your jewellery collection. Each link showcases a double le...
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1950s Retro Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Mixed Metal
TRIFARI signed vintage gold tone circle designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
• CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 56
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20th Century Trifari Jewelry
Vintage Crown Trifari Art Deco Alfred Philippe Brooch 1940s
By Trifari
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Crown Trifari sterling brooch designed by Alfred Philippe in the early 1940s. Featuring a large and weighty solid silver swirl design mounted with claw set pastes each emit...
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1940s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Glamorous Trifari Faux Aquamarine and Ruby Necklace
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Glamorous Trifari Faux Aquamarine and Ruby Necklace in the Art Deco style from the 1960's. Beautiful articulated design in rhodiumed metal...
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1960s American Art Deco Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Rhodium
Trifari Aurora and Sapphire Jeweled Crest
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Striking Trifari Aurora and Sapphire Jeweled Crest from the 1960's. Fantastic design with a mixture of deep sapphire pastes and Aurora crystals. 1960's USA. 3" x 2.5".
Category
1960s American Artisan Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Rhodium
TRIFARI crown signed vintage gold tone leaf designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI crown
• gold tone
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
• CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 56
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20th Century Trifari Jewelry
TRIFARI signed gold tone chunky chain designer necklace
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone
• vintage designer necklace
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 41
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
TRIFARI signed vintage gold chain designer runway bracelet
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI TM
• gold tone
• vintage designer bracelet
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 46
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Vintage TRIFARI crown signed gold plated baguette rhinestones clamper bracelet
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI crown
• gold plated with rhinestones
• vintage designer bracelet
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sk...
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1970s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
TRIFARI crown signed vintage gold tone cross designer necklace with tags
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI crown
• gold tone
• vintage designer necklace
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 32
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20th Century Trifari Jewelry
Trifari Gold Plated and Black Glass Drop Clip On Earrings circa 1960s
By Trifari
Located in London, GB
Beautiful Trifari gold plated and black glass drop earrings, featuring a swirl design. Measuring length including the clips 4.7 cm / 1.85 inches. There is some scratching to the gold...
Category
1960s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
TRIFARI crown signed gold plated faux pearls rhinestones flower designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI crown
• gold plated with faux pearls and rhinestones
• vintage designer brooch
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal ...
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1970s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
TRIFARI signed vintage silver tone modernist designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI crown
• silver tone
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
• CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 57
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20th Century Trifari Jewelry
TRIFARI crown signed silver tone designer brooch earrings set
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI crown
• silver tone
• vintage designer brooch and earrings set
MEASUREMENTS
• CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear ...
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20th Century Trifari Jewelry
Trifari Silver Plated Brushed and Shiny Leaves Link Bracelet circa 1960s
By Trifari
Located in London, GB
Beautiful Trifari silver plated brushed and shiny leaves link bracelet. Measuring length 17.9 cm / 7 inches by width 1.2 cm / .47 inch.
This classic Trifari bracelet is circa 1960s. It's lovely simple design will complement many outfits.
Trifari was a talented jeweller who was born in Naples but emigrated to New York in 1902. Gustavo Trifari began his own business in 1918 when he met Leo Kraussman. They were joined by Carl Fishel, in 1925. In 1975 the company was bought by Hallmark, and since then has been taken over by several companies. In 2000 production was finally moved overseas which brought an end to high quality signed Trifari jewellery.
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1960s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Vintage Crown Trifari Persian Garden Tassel Necklace 1960s
By Trifari
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A stylish Vintage Crown Trifari Persian Garden Necklace from Trifari's 1968 Persian Garden collection. Featuring a large central pendant, crafted from gr...
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20th Century Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
TRIFARI crown signed gold tone green lucite hoop designer clip on earrings
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI crown
• gold tone with lucite
• vintage designer earrings
MEASUREMENTS
1 1/8" by 1"
• CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs o...
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20th Century Trifari Jewelry
TRIFARI signed vintage gold tone rhinestone musical notes designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone with rhinestones
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 50
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Vintage TRIFARI signed vintage gold tone bow designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone
• vintage designer brooch
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 49
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Trifari Art Deco Carved Glass Fruit Salad Flower Basket Brooch c 1930s
By Trifari
Located in University City, MO
Trifari Art Deco exquisite carved glass fruit salad flower basket brooch c 1930s
Embellished with a collection of jewel tone carved glass flowers
in emerald green, sapphire blue & ru...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Rhodium
$1,120 Sale Price
20% Off
Trifari, Alfred Phillipe Clair de Lune Hinged Bangle
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Trifari Alfred Philippe, Clair de Lune collectible and elegant hinged bangle bracelet of gold plated metal, crystal rhinestones and faux demilune cut moonstones and rubies.
Marked: ...
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1950s American Retro Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate, Gilt Metal
Trifari Modernist Pearl and Gilt Spacer Necklace
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Attractive Trifari Modernist Pearl and Toggle Necklace from the 1960's. 3 graduated strands of faux pearls with florentine spacers in between. 1960's ...
Category
1960s American Modernist Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
TRIFARI signed vintage gold tone enamel designer chain necklace
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone with enamel
• vintage designer necklace
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 33
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20th Century Trifari Jewelry
Vintage TRIFARI crown signed gold tone small apple designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 48
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Vintage TRIFARI crown signed gold tone grape small designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 48
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Textured Gold Bow Brooch With Stitch Detail By Crown Trifari, 1960s
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century
- 2.5" x 1.75"
- Gold plated
- Brushed gold texture
- By Crown Trifari (signed on verso)
- Circa 1960s
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1960s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
$103 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Trifari Pearl Torsade Necklace 1980s
By Trifari
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Trifari Pearl Shell Collar. A gorgeous clam design clasp finishes rows of pearls strung in a torsade style. Eternal elegance with a playful twist.
Trifari are undoubtedly A...
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
TRIFARI crown signed gold pearl rhinestone flower designer necklace
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone with faux pearls and rhinestones
• vintage designer necklace
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs o...
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1970s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
TRIFARI signed vintage gold tone enamel flower designer clip on earrings
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed MONET
• gold tone
• vintage designer earrings
MEASUREMENTS
• CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 57
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20th Century Trifari Jewelry
Trifari Figural Bugs on Leaf Suite
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Trifari Figural Bugs on Leaf Suite from the 1960's. Brushed gilt Florentine finish with applied bugs with ruby pastes. Brooch 2.25", Earring 1.25".
1960's USA.
Category
1960s American Artisan Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
$775 / set
Trifari L'Orient Series Brooch Set
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Trifari L'Orient Series Brooch and earring set from the 1960's. Done in a David Webb style with faux cab coral and emeralds with enamel.
Crest bro...
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1960s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
$1,350 / set
TRIFARI crown signed gold tone dog figural pin brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 51
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Vintage TRIFARI crown signed gold tone pearl designer necklace
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI crown
• gold plated with faux pearls
• vintage designer necklace
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sk...
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1970s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Vintage TRIFARI signed gold tone glass designer clip on earrings
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone with glass
• vintage designer earrings
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 47
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Vintage TRIFARI TM gold black chain designer runway clip on earrings
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI TM
• gold tone with black lucite
• vintage designer clip on earrings
MEASUREMENTS
• 1.13" in diameter
CONDITION
• very good...
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20th Century Trifari Jewelry
Vintage TRIFARI crown silver tone designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• silver tone
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 48
❤️❤️ V...
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold
TRIFARI crown signed vintage gold tone rhinestone designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI crown
• gold tone with rhinestones
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 5...
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
TRIFARI crown signed vintage gold tone designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI crown
• gold tone
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
• CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 56
❤️❤️ VI...
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20th Century Trifari Jewelry
Vintage Trifari Gold Tone Dangling Fish Hoop Earrings, circa 1980s
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Trifari Gold Tone Dangling Fish Hoop Earrings, circa 1980s. I love these earrings and have them in my collection. They are just amazing. There is a pair of fish on top of ...
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Mixed Metal
TRIFARI signed vintage gold tone swirl enamel designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone with enamel
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
• CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 56
❤️❤...
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20th Century Trifari Jewelry
TRIFARI signed vintage gold tone rhinestone enamel designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone with enamel and rhinestones
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
• CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear...
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20th Century Trifari Jewelry
Trifari Vintage 1980s Purple Pink Blue Yellow Crystals Rectangle Clip Earrings
By Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
Trifari Vintage 1980s Purple Pink Blue Yellow Crystals Rectangle Elegant Clip Earrings, Gold Tone
Very good condition. A very beautiful earrings, signed at the back. 100% Genuine.
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1980s American Baroque Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
Trifari Late 1950s Rhinestone Vintage Drop Earrings
By Trifari
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
These elegant earrings were created by Trifari in the late 1950s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
The Details...
These rhodium plated metal drop design earrings are set with round, o...
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1950s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
TRIFARI vintage gold pink glass jelly belly designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone with glass
• vintage designer runway brooch
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
❤️❤️ VINTA...
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Trifari jewelry & watches for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a range of Trifari jewelry & watches available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using gilt metal. While looking for the most stylish antique or vintage Trifari jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Trifari crystal jewelry & watches, from our inventory of 7, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 239 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. Modern and Art Deco are among the most popular styles of Trifari jewelry & watches available on 1stDibs. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider jewelry & watches by Hobé Jewelry, Hattie Carnegie, and Eisenberg. Prices for Trifari jewelry & watches can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $76 and tops out at $9,500, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $425.
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Questions About Trifari Jewelry
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024To tell how old Trifari jewelry is, use the maker's markings. The jewelry maker changed their maker's hallmarks many times over the years, so by comparing the marks present on your jewelry to information shared on trusted online resources, you can roughly calculate its age. For example, a piece marked “KTF” was most likely made in the 1920s or early ’30s, while one bearing a “TRIFARI PAT. PEND.” marking with no crown logo likely dates back to the late 1930s or ’40s. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also help you date your jewelry. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Trifari jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024Yes, Trifari did make real gold jewelry. Early pieces made between 1904 and 1946 often feature genuine gold. Trifari also produced a limited-edition genuine gold collection during the early 1970s. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Trifari jewelry from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To identify a Trifari crown, one option is to use trusted online resources. Trifari was famous for its crown logo, which it modified many times over the years. You can often determine approximately when your jewelry was made by looking at pictures of the crown logo from different eras. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also be helpful when completing the identification process. Shop a wide variety of Trifari jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022One of the most highly sought after vintage jewelry brands, Trifari was in operation from the 1910s until the year 2000. After a long and colorful history, Trifari continues to make jewelry as a Liz Claiborne subsidiary. On 1stDibs, get the real deal and shop vintage Trifari jewelry from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is Trifari jewelry still made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024No, Trifari jewelry is no longer made. In 1994, Liz Claiborne Group purchased the fashion jewelry brand. Over the years that followed, the brand was resold several times, and production of Trifari jewelry gradually declined until its discontinuation in the late 2000s. Shop an assortment of Trifari jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify Trifari jewelry, inspect its clasp, reverse, interior and other inconspicuous places for a maker's mark. The vast majority of Trifari jewelry will feature a mark. Prior to the 1930s, the American manufacturer used a "KTF" mark to signify its then-name “KTF," for Trifari, Krussman, and Fishel. The marking changed to "TRIFARI PAT.PEND." during the early 1930s and the company introduced its crown logo to its hallmarks in 1937. Starting in the mid-1950s, Trifari began placing a copyright symbol alongside its markings. Items produced during the 1980s and onwards will also bear a trademark symbol. Should you be unable to locate any maker's markings, consider having a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer evaluate your jewelry. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Trifari jewelry.
- Is Trifari real silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024Yes, some Trifari jewelry is real silver. However, most silver-toned pieces produced by the American jewelry maker are made from a proprietary tarnish-resistant metal alloy called Trifarium rather than sterling silver. The company’s fashion jewelry was pioneered by Alfred Philippe, who was hired as head designer in 1930, with the pieces that he and other Trifari artisans produced having both the look and feel of fine jewelry. Explore a collection of Trifari jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Trifari was always diligent in marking its jewelry, and the mark has evolved over the years. There were a few pieces in the early years that went unmarked, but those pieces are extremely rare. Costume jewelry maker Trifari is widely beloved for its fine craftsmanship and complex designs for necklaces, brooches and other accessories. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of authentic Trifari jewelry pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- Is Trifari jewelry real gold?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 5, 2024Whether Trifari jewelry is real gold depends on its age. Jewelry produced by the brand between 1904 and 1946 usually features genuine gold, but newer pieces typically do not. In 1947, the jewelry maker introduced a patented metal alloy. Its unique properties meant that the alloy would resist tarnishing, and accessories made with the alloy could be plated with other metals to create a gold- or platinum-toned finish. Trifari called this base metal Trifanium. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage Trifari jewelry and other costume jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024The difference between Trifari and Crown Trifari comes down to age. When Gustavo Trifari founded his eponymous jewelry house in 1904, the hallmark he used on pieces was a simple T. Around 1937, Trifari began adding a crown to its hallmarks. As a result, Crown Trifari jewelry tends to include newer vintage pieces, while regular Trifari jewelry includes both vintage and antique pieces. Explore a wide variety of Trifari jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify a Trifari brooch, turn it over and look for a maker's mark. Most Trifari jewelry features one of several backstamps. The earliest pieces made by the American jewelry brand usually read "KTF," for Trifari, Krussman, and Fishel. During the early 1930s, the stamp changed to "TRIFARI PAT.PEND.," and in 1937, the company introduced its crown logo. Pieces dating from the mid-1950s to the mid-1980s will bear this logo plus a copyright symbol. Finally, the 1980s brought the addition of a “™” trademark marking. If you can't find a stamp or have difficulty reading it, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Trifari brooches.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To identify Alfred Philippe Trifari, first, you'll need to double-check that the piece is a Trifari and estimate its approximate age using the maker's marks. You can find these marks on clasps, backs and other hidden areas. Alfred Philippe served as the head designer for Trifari from 1930 to 1968. During his tenure, Trifari jewelry typically displayed the brand's crown logo and did not bear a TM trademark symbol. If your piece lacks a crown or has a TM symbol present, it's unlikely to be an Alfred Philippe. Should your piece have the correct markings, the next step is to familiarize yourself with Philippe's designs. One way to do so is to search for his name on trusted patent research websites. You can then review the search results to see if you find a match for your item. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer perform the identification process for you. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Trifari jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Designer Alfred Philippe was the head designer for Trifari from 1930 until 1968. Philippe was also a designer for Cartier, Van Cleef and Arples and became very popular and well-known for his creations. One of his big fans was the First Lady of the United States, Mamie Eisenhower. Shop a collection of authentic Trifari jewelry and brooches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.