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Deep ruby paste 'cruxiform' brooch and earrings, Warner, USA, 1950s

About the Item

A glorious deep ruby red gives this eye catching brooch and earrings its charm and allure. Set in black lacquered metal with teardop and round pastes, in a very three dimensional design, this is a very wearable set, either together or individually. Only the brooch is signed. Founded by Joseph Warner in 1953 in the United States, the Warner company produced jewellery till 1971, when it ceased operations. Known for its high quality workmanship, Warner costume jewellery was made of metal of gold tone, lacquered metal, and enamel, often decorated with crystal pastes, and superior rhinestones. Traditionally, Warner costume jewellery included flower designs, insects, animal and figural motifs as well as their gilt ‘day-night’ flower brooches that open and closed mechanically.
  • Creator:
  • Metal:
  • Weight:
    52 g
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 2.5 in (63.5 mm)Depth: 1 in (25.4 mm)Diameter: 2.5 in (63.5 mm)Length: 2.5 in (63.5 mm)
  • Place of Origin:
    United States
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid to late 1950s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The weight given below is for both brooch and earrings together. On its own the brooch weighs 38gms and the earrings 14gms. This set can be sent by DHL Express in 2 - 3 days if needed urgently at an extra cost. Please message me to enquire.
  • Seller Location:
    Greyabbey, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: FB6071stDibs: v30921811135328321fs
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