This fabulous duette brooch/pin is encrusted with clear and multicolored rhinestones on the front, along with clear baguettes. This may have been a trial production piece for Trifari, as the two pieces that would ordinarily form two dress or fur clips are welded together and the piece only serves as a pin.
Although there is no maker's mark, there are two Patent numbers on the framework. I can't read one, and the other is Pat. 2050804A, applied for by Alfred Philippe on April 29, 1936, making this a piece by Trifari, designer A. It's in wonderful condition with all stones present and shining, metal in great condition.
It measures about 2-1/4" W x 1-1/4" H. Vintage jewelry from the company Trifari, designed by Alfred Philippe, who served as the head designer from 1930 to 1968. Philippe's designs, made with high-quality materials and techniques from his time at Cartier. Are highly sought after by collectors. You can identify these pieces by specific Trifari marks, such as the crown over the "T" logo and the absence of a.
Symbol, which was used for later, less collectible Trifari pieces. Thanks for visiting my collection!
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