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 Faux Pearls, Original Box
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Trifari Faux Pearls with rare Original Shell Box in velvet. Sterling paste clasp signed Trifari Sterling dating it to the 1940's. 18" graduated with origina...
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
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
$180 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage TRIFARI Crown silver leaf designer clip on earrings
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI crown
• silver tone
• vintage designer runway earrings
MEASUREMENTS
• 2" by 1"
CONDITION
• excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
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Category
20th Century American Trifari Jewelry
$64 Sale Price
32% Off
Trifari Fuschia Swarovski Crystal Pendant
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Attractive Trifari Fuschia Swarovski Crystal Sphere Pendant from the 1960's. Pendant 2.75" x 1.5". Chain 24".
Category
1960s American Artisan Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Crystal, Gilt Metal
vintage Trifari Kunio Matsumoto Amethyst Grapevine necklace & drop brooch 1980s
By Trifari
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A dreamy and incredibly beautiful vintage Trifari Kunio Matsumoto necklace and brooch demi-parure. During the late 1970s and early 1980s, Japanese arch...
Category
1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Vintage TRIFARI crown signed gold tone designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI crown
• gold tone
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 49
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Category
1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
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: ...
Category
1950s American Retro Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate, Gilt Metal
Vintage Crown Trifari Moonstone Leaf Brooch 1940s
By Trifari
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An Art Deco inspired Vintage Crown Trifari Moonstone Leaf Brooch. Featuring a wonderfully crafted solid sterling vermeil silver stylised leaf set with four adorable moonstones and paste chatons in white and contrasting red. An exceptional piece of Crown Trifari jewellery...
Category
1940s Art Deco Vintage 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
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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Category
1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Trifari Faux Tortoise Chnoiserie Mod Pendant
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Striking and elegant Trifari Faux Tortoise Mod Pendant Necklace with slightly Asian overtones. A large bakelite ring made to resemble faux torrtoise is set with golden cloud motifs a...
Category
1960s American Artisan Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Rare Diane Love for Trifari Russian Icon Necklace
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Rare Diane Love for Trifari Russian Icon Necklace from the 1970's. Based on an 18th Century Russian Traveling Icon, reimagined into a necklace with...
Category
1970s American Artisan Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Trifari Mirror Tile Mod Mobile Earrings
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Trifari Mirrored Tile Mobile Earrings, oversized Mod styling with panels of royal blue and emerald glass mirror which move with the wearer. Clip back fittings.
1960's USA. Excellent...
Category
1960s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Trifari Rare Purple Jelly Belly Turtle Brooch
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Rare gold washed sterling silver Trifari purple lucite Jelly Belly brooch. Retro style with emerald cabochon eyes and crystal pave, 1940's. 1.50" L,1.25" W
Category
1940s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
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
1960s Trifari Signed Ivory and Gold Vintage 60s Clip On Earrings and Bracelet
By Trifari
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s three piece jewelry set by TRIFARI! Beaded ivory / off-white and gold beaded clip-on earrings and bracelet combination. Perfect all year, and goes with anything! Great wit...
Category
1960s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
1960s Trifari Gold Textured Articulated Necklace
By Trifari
Located in London, GB
This choker necklace by Trifari was designed in the 1960s. Made up of 15 interconnected plates, they are broken up with erratic cracks and textured to look almost scale-like. The ove...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Trifari Retro Faux Ruby Transformation Bracelet
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Trifari Retro Style flexible honeycombed rose gold plated and crystal pave link bracelet. Its focal large faux faceted ruby stone is prong set in a retro floriform removeable clip brooch. A novelty...
Category
1940s American Retro Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Gilded Multi Chain Necklace With Leaf Clasp By Crown Trifari, 1950s
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century
- 25" length
- Gold plated
- Twenty-one strand chain
- Decorative leaf motif box clasp closure
- By Crow...
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
$103 Sale Price
20% Off
Trifari Gold Plated Ribbon and Flower Necklace
By Trifari
Located in London, GB
Beautiful Trifari brushed gold plated ribbon design necklace with contrasting shiny flowers. Length 40 cm / 15.75 inches, including the extension, and ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
TRIFARI crown signed vintage gold designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone with lucite
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 46
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Category
1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Trifari Jelly Belly Spider Costume Jewelry Clip
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
A mid 20th century Trifari costume jewelry clip. The clip is made in a highly detailed spider design with a crystal clear jelly belly and bli...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Trifari Jewelry
Vintage Crown Trifari Crystal Swirl Earrings 1940s
By Trifari
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A pair of Vintage Crown Trifari Crystal Swirl Earrings. A stone rich design with large opulent oval crystals accented with rhodium plated detailing set w...
Category
1940s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Vintage TRIFARI gold purple enamel designer runway pierced earrings
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone with enamel
• vintage designer pierced earrings
MEASUREMENTS
• 1.13" by 0.88"
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs ...
Category
20th Century Trifari Jewelry
$124 Sale Price
20% Off
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...
Category
20th Century Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
TRIFARI crown signed vintage gold bamboo dangle designer clip on earrings
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI crown
• gold tone
• vintage designer earrings
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 44
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
$380 Sale Price
20% Off
Trifari Retro Tank Link Necklace
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Trifari Retro Tank Link Necklace from the 1940's. Attractive cross over design with lovely flexible link construction. 1940's USA.
Necklace 14.5" x 3/8" w...
Category
1940s American Retro Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Trifari Retro Cowboy Brooch
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Charming Trifari Retro Cowboy brooch from the 1950's. Dancing figure in pinkish gold plate with pave crystal decoration.
2.25" x 1.25". 1950's USA.
Category
1950s American Retro Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Trifari KTF Late 1920s Art Deco Paste Vintage Bracelet
By Trifari
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
So very Deco, this bracelet dates from the late 1920s and is an early creation by Trifari.
Condition Report:
Good - A little darkening to some of the paste stones due to ageing. ...
Category
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Trifari Jewelry
TRIFARI signed gold enamel pearl designer earrings
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone with pearl and enamel
• vintage designer earrings
MEASUREMENTS
• 1” by 7/8”
CONDITION
• very good vin...
Category
1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold
$220 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Trifari Channel Set Tie Choker Circa 1960s
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Trifari Channel Set Tie Choker Circa 1960s. This appears to be a classic, yet costly, necklace. It features baguette and round pieces, and the end piece resembles a scarf tha...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Mixed Metal
Trifari Pierced and Pave Floral Brooch
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Trifari Pierced and Pave Floral Brooch with faux pearl from the 1950's. Abstract floral design of pierced petals with pave crystal trim and central faux pearl. 1.75" across w...
Category
1950s American Artisan Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Trifari Alfred Philippe Sterling Retro Clip Brooch
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Trifari rose gold plated sterling silver faux moonstone cabochon clip brooch by Alfred Philippe. This Retro brooch is further enhanced by pierce work, fau...
Category
1940s American Retro Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
Faux Pearl and Turquoise Beaded Choker Necklace By Trifari, 1950s
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century
- 13" length plus 2.5" extender
- Silver tone hardware
- Faux pearl and faux turquoise beads
- Hook clasp...
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
$135 Sale Price
20% Off
Trifari Crown Textured Gold Motif Pin Brooch, Mid 1900s
By Trifari
Located in Milford, DE
A sophisticated Crown Trifari pin brooch, featuring a textured gold decorative motif in the classic Trifari style.
Hallmarks: Trifari ©
Category
20th Century Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold-filled
$156 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Trifari Crown Alfred Phillipe Green Crystal Fur / Dress Clip in Gold
By Trifari
Located in Milford, DE
A Trifari Crown fur/dress clip designed by Alfred Phillipe during his time at Trifari. Features a large pale-emerald green colored crystal set in an open back, dual prong, clip bezel.
Category
Mid-20th Century Retro Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate
Gilded Scroll Pendant Necklace With Double Chain By Crown Trifari, 1960s
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century
- Longest chain measures 28" with second 20" tiered chain
- Gold plated
- 1.75" x 2" ornate scroll pendant...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
$135 Sale Price
20% Off
Striking Trifari Faux Ivory Pendant
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Striking Trifari Faux Ivory Pendant in the David Webb style. Signed. 1960's USA.
3" x 2.5". Chain 28".
Category
1960s American Modernist Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
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...
Category
1960s American Art Deco Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Rhodium
Diane Love for Trifari Shakudo Style Ring
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Striking Diane Love for Trifari Shakudo Style Ring from the 1970's. Shakudo mixed metal designs on large central arch with hammered gold metal shank. Central motif 1.25" long by .33"...
Category
1970s American Artisan Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Trifari Art Deco Safety Pin Brooch c 1950
By Trifari
Located in University City, MO
TRIFARI Art Deco unique safety pin brooch c 1950
The avant-garde brooch is designed with an citrine square cut dangling crystal
The large scale b...
Category
1950s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Alfred Philippe for Trifari Deco Clip Set
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Rare and unusual dress clip and earrings from the 1930s. Alfred Philippe who originally designed for Cartier, Paris was head designer at Trifari when this suite was designed. Very Cartier and deco in feeling, the molded glass clip is set with buff cut cabochons in faux turquoise and lapis mixed with paste stones. The small clip earrings...
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Base Metal
Trifari Alfred Philippe Invisibly Set Brooch
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Trifari Alfred Philippe Invisibly set KTF ruby leaf art deco brooch. Bar form composed of three invisibly set glass leaves, crystal pave and ba...
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Crystal, Rhodium, Base Metal, Gilt Metal
Trifari Brushed Silver and Sapphire Cab Suite
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Attractive Trifari Brushed Silver and Sapphire Cab Suite from the 1960's. Brushed silvertone metal with faux sapphire cabochons. 1960's USA. 2.5" Brooch, Earrings 1".
Category
1960s American Artisan Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Silver Plate
Trifari Vintage 1980s Pink Orange White Pearls Aurora Crystals Swirl Floral Set
By Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
Trifari Vintage 1980s Pink Orange Enamel Spiral Twist Flower Floral White Pearls Aurora Crystals 2 Gift Jewellery Set Earrings Brooch, Gold Plated
Very good condition. Some of light...
Category
1980s American Art Deco Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
Trifari Rose Gold Pave Pansy Link Necklace
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Trifari Rose Gold Plate Pansy Link Necklace from the 1940's with pave accents. Each link is a pierced floral with crystals. 16" x .65". 1940's USA.
Category
1940s American Retro Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
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
Vintage Crown Trifari Cabochon Turquoise Brooch and Earrings 1940s
By Trifari
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A wonderful Vintage Crown Trifari Turquoise Brooch and Earrings Set. Crafted in intricately detailed solid sterling silver vermeil. Set with divine o...
Category
1940s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Trifari Golden Floral Motif Pin Brooch, Vintage 1900s
By Trifari
Located in Milford, DE
Vintage Trifari pin, featuring a golden, abstract, floral-inspired motif in the traditional Trifari style.
Gold-filled.
Marks / hallmarks: Trifa...
Category
20th Century American Retro Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold-filled
$180 Sale Price
20% Off
Trifari Buddha Pendant
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Trifari faux jade buddha pendant with massive chain tassel. Buddha figure sits on golden plinth with long tassel below.
Faux jade beads on neck c...
Faux jade beads on neck c...
Category
1960s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Diane Love for Trifari Shakudo Style Bracelet Watch
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Striking and Rare Diane Love for Trifari Shakudo Style Bracelet Watch from the 1970's. Shakudo mixed metal designs on blackened bronze finish metal. Watch does run, 7" x 1.25". Large...
Category
1970s American Artisan Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Trifari Mirrored Tile Modernist Pendant
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Trifari Mirrored Tile Modernist Pendant with deep blue and emerald mirrors. Modernist style with gilt chain. 3.5" x 3" pendant. Chain measures 23". 196...
Category
1960s American Modernist Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Trifari Enamel Heraldic Mini
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Charming collectible Trifari Enamel Heraldic Mini from the 1960's. Detailed enamel on gilt metal with sapphire glass cabochon. 1" x .75".
Category
1960s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Enamel, Gilt Metal
Vintage Trifari Leaf Earrings 1960s
By Trifari
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A super stylish pair of vintage Trifari leaf earrings.
Vintage Condition: Very good without damage or noteworthy wear.
Materials: Gold plated m...
Category
1960s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage TRIFARI gold glass designer runway clip on earrings
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone with glass
• vintage designer clip on earrings
MEASUREMENTS
• 1.25" by 1"
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of w...
Category
20th Century Trifari Jewelry
$140 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage TRIFARI crown matte gold designer runway clip on earrings
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone
• vintage designer clip on earrings
MEASUREMENTS
• 1.75" by 1.25"
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
sk...
Category
20th Century Trifari Jewelry
$116 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Trifari Gold Tone with Faux Turquoise Earrings Circa 1980s
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Trifari Gold Tone with Faux Turquoise Earrings Circa 1980s. These small but chic earrings feature a drop piece, and on top are three pieces of diamanté that enhance the look...
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Mixed Metal
Vintage Trifari Crown Sapphire Crystal Necklace, Pave Crystal, Silver Tone Chain
By Trifari
Located in Milford, DE
Discover the elegance of the past with the vintage Trifari Crown necklace, a timeless piece that exudes classic charm. This exquisite necklace features 1-inch faceted light-sapphire ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Retro Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Crystal
KTF Trifari Art Deco Fruit Salad Earrings
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
KTF Trifari Alfred Philippe tri color Art Deco pave swirl earclips . Of faux ruby ,sapphire and emerald pressed glass fruit salad andpear shape cabocheons set in rhodium plate ba...
Category
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Rhodium, Base Metal
Trifari Brushed and Shiny Gold Plated Leaf Link Necklace
By Trifari
Located in London, GB
Beautiful Trifari brushed and shiny gold plated leaf link design necklace. Length 40.5 cm / 15.9 inches, including the extension, by width 1.2 cm / .47 inch. There is wear to the gold plating.
This lovely vintage necklace would look wonderful with a vintage or modern outfit.
Trifari was born in Naples, Italy, but emigrated to New York in 1902. Gustavo Trifari began his own jewellery 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.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
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.