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 Retro Tank Demi Parure
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Attractive Trifari gilt suite with Retro link necklace and bracelet in the style of Van Cleef, from the 1940's USA. Excellent Condition.
Length 15.50" Necklace, Width 5/8 " Chain
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Category
1940s American Retro Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Trifari Eugenie Series Earclips
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Trifari Eugenie Series Earclips from the 1940's. Signature enameled swirls are mixed with faux pearls and pave in this "Antique" inspired, collectible series from Trifari.
Excellen...
Category
1940s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Diane Love for Trifari Ancient Chinese Motif Earrings
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Diane Love for Trifari Ancient Chinese Motif clip earrings with bronze finish bats with hammered gold link drops. 1.75" x 1.25".
Diane Love created a line of Artist jewels based on ...
Category
1970s American Artisan Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Smoked Topaz and Emerald Rhinestone Crystal Statement Earrings By Hobé, 1960s
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century
- Each earring measures 1.25" in diameter
- Gold plated
- High quality prong set Smoked Topaz-colored, Eme...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
$158 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Trifari Baguette and Pave Choker Necklace Circa 1960s
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Trifari Baguette and Pave Choker Necklace Circa 1960s. This is a beautiful necklace in excellent condition. There are bars of baguett...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Mixed Metal
Vintage Crown Trifari Art Deco Wingback Earrings 1940s
By Trifari
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A pair of large eye-catching Vintage Trifari Deco Baguette Earrings. A sublime design featuring a stone rich front. The stones set in swathes across and around the design. The baguette crystal cut adding to the Art Deco design rich look. The construction of these timeless Crown Trifari earrings...
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1940s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
1970s Vintage Trifari White Lucite and Trifanium Necklace
By Trifari
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A stylish necklace designed and manufactured in USA by Trifari, good conditions overall of white lucite and gilded metal
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Trifari Jewelry
Elegant Trifari Ruby Necklace
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
1950s collar by Trifari. Lovely workmanship, completely articulated with emerald cut faux rubies each dangling from pave and rose gold links. Very glamorous and exquisite quality. 14...
Category
1950s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Trifari "Jelly Belly" Retro Clip Brooches
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Trifari Retro molded lucite Jelly Belly clip brooches of rose gold plated metal with crystal pave. High style clip brooches meant to be scattered along necklines or lapels.
...
Category
1940s American Retro Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Trifari Gold Flower Pin Brooch with Amethyst Crystals and Cabochon
By Trifari
Located in Milford, DE
Floral brooch by Trifiari. This gold plated flower is decorated with amethyst crystals and a centerpiece cabochon.
Category
20th Century American Retro Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate
$212 Sale Price
20% Off
Trifari Etched Gilde Gold Vermeil Hardware "Puppy" Brooch
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Trifari Adorable etched gilded gold vermeil hardware "Puppy" brooch measures 1 5/8 inches in height. Width measures 1 3/8 inches, with a depth of 1/2 inch. Made in the US.
Category
1970s American Baroque Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Vintage Gilt & Black Enamel Crystal Statement Earrings by Trifari, 1980s
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Each earring measures 1.1" x 1.1"
- Gold plated
- Black enamel
- Faceted crystal with crystal rhinestone accents and crystal baguette detail
- Clip on earring b...
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
$135 Sale Price
20% Off
1980s Trifari Sterling Silver Textured Clip-On Hoop Earrings
By Trifari
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Step back in time with these exquisite Circa 1980s Trifari Sterling Silver Textured Clip-On Hoop Earrings, a testament to vintage elegance and craftsmanship. These etched hoop earrin...
Category
Late 20th Century Trifari Jewelry
Trifari Faux Emerald Hoop Earrings
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Trifari Faux Emerald Hoop Earrings from the 1960's. Finest quality faux jewelry by the best maker of the period with glass stones simulating f...
Category
1960s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Rhodium
Trifari Silver Plated Brushed and Shiny Bracelet with Faux Pearls circa 1960s
By Trifari
Located in London, GB
Beautiful Trifari silver plated brushed and shiny link bracelet with faux pearls. Measuring length 18 cm / 7 inches by width 1.2 cm / .47 inch. There is some minor wear to the pearls...
Category
1960s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Trifari Vintage Gold Open Wreath Pin Brooch
By Trifari
Located in Milford, DE
A stylish retro Trifari brooch, featuring a golden open-wreath-style motif. The perfect touch of class by Trifari!
Gold filled.
Marks / hallma...
Category
20th Century American Retro Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold-filled
$180 Sale Price
20% Off
Trifari Dangling Grape Tremblant Earrings
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Charming Trifari Dangling Grape Tremblant Earrings with clip back fittings. Bow cap is decorated with crystal baguettes with a bunch of dangling fau...
Category
1950s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Rhodium
Trifari Articulated Jester Pendant
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Trifari Articulated Jester Pendant from the 1970's with wild figure set within a textured gilt hoop. Large in scale with unusual motif which swings with...
Category
1970s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Trifari c.1960 Gold Plate and Rhinestone Vintage Butterfly Brooch
By Trifari
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
This pretty brooch was made by the American Trifari company and dates from c.1960. It is based on a design that Trifari initially produced in c.1944.
Condition Report:
Excellent
T...
Category
1960s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
White Enamel Smiling Moon Brooch By Crown Trifari, 1960s
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century
- 2" x 1.75"
- Gold plated with white enameling
- By Crown Trifari (signed on verso)
- Circa 1960s
- Est...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
$103 Sale Price
20% Off
Trifari Gold Tone White Faux Pearls Earrings
By Trifari
Located in Capri, IT
Trifari Gold Tone White Faux Pearls Earrings
measurements 3 x 3 cm
Category
1990s Italian Trifari Jewelry
$184 Sale Price
27% Off
Modernist Trifari Enamel Bangle
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Modernist Trifari Bangle in gilt metal with orange and black enamel highlights.
The spikey design has almost a 3D printed effect, but, this was made in the 1960's. Hinge closure.
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Category
1960s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Trifari Rooster Pearl Belly Brooch
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Charming Trifari Rooster Pearl Belly Brooch from the 1960's. Florentine gold finish with faux pearl "belly" and pave grey crystal rhinestone details. 1...
Category
1960s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Trifari Modernist Pendant Necklace
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Trifari pendant necklace of brushed silver and gilt metal, 1970's USA.
Excellent condition.
L28" ,chain. L3.50". W 3.50" pendant.
Category
1970s 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...
Category
1950s Retro Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Mixed Metal
Vintage Trifari Diamante Leaf Brooch Circa 1940s
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Trifari Leaf Brooch. Comprised of Pave and baguette. Looks real. It is set so beautifully and in such gorgeous condition. If this brooch ...
Category
1940s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Mixed Metal
Trifari 1950s Rhinestone Swirl Design Vintage Brooch and Earrings Set
By Trifari
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
This eternally stylish jewellery set was created by Trifari in the 1950s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little darkening to a few of the rhinestones due to ageing. This is only ...
Category
1950s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
1950s Trifari Boxed Lucite Hoop Earrings Set
By Trifari
Located in London, GB
This charming 1950s interchangeable earring set by Trifari is in the original box and in impeccable condition. The set of 5 gold-toned clip on earring loops have interchangeable luci...
Category
1950s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Trifari Vintage Necklace Statement Collar Black & Gold 1970s
By Trifari
Located in Wilmslow, GB
Dating to the 70s this is a fabulous piece of Trifari. This particular Trifari necklace is unusual in that it is highly stylised. Centering on a strongly modernist design the geometr...
Category
20th Century Trifari Jewelry
Vintage Trifari Black Resin Hoop Earrings 1960s
By Trifari
Located in Wilmslow, GB
Stunningly stylish vintage Trifari Hoop Earrings. Featuring a stylish black door knocker style hoop with modernist designed tops.
Vintage Condition...
Category
1960s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
1940s Trifari Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Trifari
Located in London, GB
These vintage Trifari clip-on earrings were designed by Alfred Philippe and date to 1947-1952. They are fashioned in a floral spray which reminds us of snowdrop flowers with the diam...
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Trifari Jewelry
TRIFARI crown vintage signed gold tone geometric designer clip on earrings
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone
• vintage designer earrings
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 51
❤️❤️ VINTAGE DES...
Category
1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Trifari Textured Gold Plated Faux Pearl and Rhinestone Floral Brooch circa 1960s
By Trifari
Located in London, GB
Stylish Trifari textured gold plated flower brooch, featuring cream faux pearls and clear rhinestones. Measuring 5.3 cm / 2 inches square. There is some scratching to the faux pearls...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
Gilded Oversized Palm Tree Brooch By Crown Trifari, 1950s
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century
- 3" x 2.25"
- Gold plated with brushed texture
- By Trifari (signed on verso)
- Circa 1950s
- Estate Ac...
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
$103 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Trifari Diamante Brooch Circa 1937
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Trifari Diamante Brooch Circa 1937. The markings indicate a date range of 1937 to 1955. The brooch is crafted with baguettes, and the flowers are formed into pear shapes. It...
Category
1930s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Mixed Metal
Vintage TRIFARI signed gold tone crown royal jewel rhinestone 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 4...
Category
1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
$236 Sale Price
50% Off
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.
...
Category
1980s American Baroque Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
Trifari Vintage Black/Gold Ball Double Layered Necklace
By Trifari
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your accessory collection with this Vintage Black/Gold Ball Double Layered Necklace. Featuring two delicate layers, it combines striking gold and black spheres for a sophisti...
Category
1960s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Trifari 1960s Gold Plate, Enamel and Rhinestone Vintage Cuff and Earrings Set
By Trifari
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
This eternally stylish jewellery set was created by Trifari in the 1960s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A tiny element of crazing to the enamel work in a couple of small areas. Th...
Category
1960s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate, Enamel
Trifari Vintage Gold Fish Nautical Pin Brooch
By Trifari
Located in Milford, DE
A stylish retro Trifari brooch, featuring a golden fish. This nautical-themed pin adds some class to any style!
Gold filled.
Marks / hallmarks...
Category
20th Century American Retro Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold-filled
$180 Sale Price
20% Off
Flower pin/brooch by Trifari US, rhodium-plated metal and enameled flowers, 1940
By Trifari
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Flower booke pin/brooch by Trifari 1930/40er years USA.
Rhodium-plated metal with enameled rosa and light blue flowers, green leaves decorated with small rhinestones. There is a s...
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Rhodium, Enamel
Gilded Abstract "Gold Rush" Series Pinecone Texture Earrings By Crown Trifari
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Each earring measures 1" tall
- Gold plated
- Clip on earring backs
- By Crown Trifari (signed on clips)
- From the "Gold Rush" series from the Trifari Fall/Win...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
$119 Sale Price
20% Off
TRIFARI signed gold tone sapphire glass designer clip on earrings
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone with glass
• vintage designer clip on earrings
MEASUREMENTS
• 1 1/4” by 1 1/4”
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal si...
Category
1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
$380 Sale Price
20% Off
Trifari Gold Florentine Butterfly Brooch, Garnet Cabochon Eyes, Swirl Detail
By Trifari
Located in Lynnwood, WA
Marked "Trifari ©". Goldtone Butterfly with swirl details on Florentine finished wings and contrasting polished edges. Also features two faux garnet cabochons for eyes. Two solid antennae. Safety clasp. Possibly designed by Diane Love.
Free Shipping. Free Giftbox. Personalized message and card available upon request.
Trifari costume jewelry...
Category
1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Gold
Vintage Gilt & White Enamel Abstract Leaf Earrings By Crown Trifari, 1960s
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Each earring measures 1" tall
- White enamel
- Gold plated
- Clip on earring backs
- By Crown Trifari (signed on clips)
- Circa 1960s
- Estate acquired
- Thi...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Enamel
$119 Sale Price
20% Off
Trifari White Pour Glass and Gold Floral Necklace
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Trifari wonderful white pour glass is combined with gold hardware as well as white glass beads. The length measures 13", with 2 3/4" chain to lengthen if desired. The width...
Category
1960s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Textured Silver Leaf Brooch With Crystals By Crown Trifari, 1950s
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century
- 2.25" x 1.5"
- Silver "Trifarium" plating
- Bezel set clear oval crystals with baguette crystal accents
...
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
$183 Sale Price
20% Off
Gilt & White Enamel Swirl Earrings With Coral Cabochons By Crown Trifari, 1960s
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century
- Each earring measures 1" tall
- Gold plated
- Coral-colored cabochons
- White enameling
- Clip on ear...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
$135 Sale Price
20% Off
Trifari Multi-Colored With Gold Ear Clips
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
This wonderfully colorful ear clips from Trifari measures 1 1/8" in height, 6/8" in width and depth is 2/8". Multi-colors set in gold hardware.
Category
1960s American 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
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
...
Category
1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
$380 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Trifari Gold Tone Large Faux Pearl Bracelet
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Trifari Gold Tone Large Faux Pearl Bracelet. Such a Classic piece. Wear alone or mixed with others. Always looks in style. A Classic Pea...
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Mixed Metal
TRIFARI crown signed silver modernist vintage designer necklace
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• silver tone
• vintage designer necklace
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 41
❤️❤️ VIN...
Category
1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
$380 Sale Price
20% Off
Trifari Gold Tone with Multi Color Necklace
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Trifari wonderful gilded gold vermeil hardware is paired with multi-colors of red, white and blue beads. The necklace measures 46" in total length. Necklace is signed.
Category
1960s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Crown Trifari Gripoix Glass Camelia Demi Parure
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Crown Trifari demi parure of Gripoix inspired white milk glass bezel set molded camellia blossoms. Set consisting of a brooch and ear clips, 1950's USA.
Excellent Condition, Signed....
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate, Base Metal, Brass, Gilt Metal
Trifari necklace and earrings vintage set, 1990s
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Trifari necklace and earrings vintage gold-tone metal set.
Necklace length – 40 cm
Earring length – 4,5 cm
Condition – very good
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Late 20th Century American Art Nouveau Trifari Jewelry
Vintage Trifari Gold Tone Multi-Color Stone Brooch
By Trifari
Located in Flushing, NY
Vintage Trifari Gold Tone Multi-Color Stone Brooch
Approximate Dimensions:
7.3 cm (Length)
4 cm (Width)
37.4 grams in weight.
Category
20th Century Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold
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...
Category
20th Century Trifari Jewelry
$156 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Trifari Gold Vermeil Sterling Silver Jelly Belly Crown Pin/Brooch #22555
By Trifari
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Trifari gold vermeil over sterling silver Jelly Belly Crown Pin/Brooch
Alfred Phillippe Trifari's iconic Jelly Belly design features large oval moonstones with red and blue ...
Category
20th Century Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Moonstone, Gold, Sterling Silver
Trifari 1980s Ivory & Blue Enameled on Gold Flower Necklace & Earrings
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Step into elegant vintage style with this striking 1980s Trifari statement necklace. Featuring a rigid, collar-style design, this piece is beautifully crafted with glossy blue and wh...
Category
1980s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate, Enamel
Trifari Chinese Symbol Mod Pendant
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Trifari Chinese Symbol Mod Pendant from the 1960's. Hard collar with gold toned prosperity pendant with white enamel bats surround. Signed Trifari. Diameter 4" diameter. Pendant 3". ...
Category
1960s American Artisan Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
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 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 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.