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.
Find a wide range of vintage Trifari jewelry on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Trifari
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 Lucite Link Modernist Bracelet
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Trifari Lucite Link Modernist Bracelet from the 1960's. Molded lucite links with gilt metal links. Signed Trifari. 7.5" x 1".
Category
1960s American Modernist Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
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...
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1960s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate, Enamel
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...
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1960s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
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...
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1940s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Trifari Vintage Sapphire Turquoise Blue Choker Necklace and Clip on Earring Set
By Trifari
Located in North Miami, FL
This beautifully made vintage costume jewelry set by Trifari is mid century modern. It is a choker necklace with matching clip on earrings. It is a luscious peacock sapphire...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
1960s Trifari Large Black and Gold Trapeze Shaped Necklace
By Trifari
Located in London, GB
This striking pendant necklace is by Trifari. Composed of a long gold-toned chain and chunky pendant, this necklace was designed in the late-1960s. The pendant is made from polished ...
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1960s American 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...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Vintage TRIFARI crown gold tone pearls designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI crown
• gold tone with faux pearls
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
...
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Vintage Crown Trifari Faux-Jade Pendant Necklace
By Trifari
Located in Easton, PA
Circa 1960s faux-pade pendant drop with four bigger faux-jade drops with spiky goldtone beads and small green glass spacer beads necklace with fold over clasp. Marked "Trifari" on th...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
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...
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1980s 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...
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1960s Italian Vintage Trifari Jewelry
1960s Trifari Textured Gold Tone Bracelet
By Trifari
Located in London, GB
This striking cuff bracelet by Trifari was designed in the 1960s. The organic form is truly enticing, recalling the shape of lily flowers or even coral. Crafted from a gold-toned all...
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1960s Italian 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
MEASUREMENTS
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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 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
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 47
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
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 have a drop piece and on top are three tiny pieces of diamanté that just add to the...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Mixed Metal
Vintage 1950s Signed Crown Trifari Beaded Rhinestone Necklace/Detachable Brooch
By Trifari
Located in Easton, PA
Early 1950s rhodium plated 3-strands of white beads with clasp of white cabochons and clear round rhinestones necklace- the clasp detaches and can be worn as a brooch. Marked crown "...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Vintage Trifari Channel Set Tie Choker Circa 1960s
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Trifari Channel Set Tie Choker Circa 1960s. This looks like a very expensive classic necklace. It has baguette and round pieces and the end piece looks like a scarf that wa...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Mixed Metal
Gold Leaf Climber Earrings By Crown Trifari, 1960s
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Each earring measures 1.1" tall
- Gold plated
- Clip on earring backs
- By Crown Trifari (signed on clips)
- Circa 1960s
- Estate acquired
- Good vintage cond...
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1960s American Modern 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...
Category
20th Century Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
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
MEASUREMENTS
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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 gold white ename flower designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone with enamel
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with some signs of wear / cracking on en...
Category
1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
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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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 46
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1980s 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...
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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 own collection. They are just amazing. there are a pair of fish on to...
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Mixed Metal
Trifari Vintage 1980s Pink Flower Pearls Aurora Crystals Set Earrings Brooch
By Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
Trifari Vintage 1980s Pink Enamel Spiral Twist Flower Pearls Aurora Crystals Jewellery Set Earrings Brooch Earrings Brooch, Gold Plated
Very good condition. 100% genuine.
Some of ...
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1980s American Art Deco Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
Trifari Gold Plated Brushed and Shiny Leaves Link Necklace circa 1960s
By Trifari
Located in London, GB
Beautiful Trifari gold plated brushed and shiny leaves link necklace. Measuring length 39.5 cm / 15.5 inches including the extension chain with the Trifari logo charm, by width 1.3 cm / .5 inch.
This classic Trifari necklace...
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1960s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Trifari Vintage 1980s Ruby Sapphire Emerald Triangle Trio Ball Crystals Earrings
By Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
Trifari Vintage 1980s Ruby Sapphire Emerald Red Navy Green Triangle Trio Ball Crystals Earrings, Gold Tone
Very excellent condition, very new. 100% Genuine.
A very beautiful earrin...
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1980s American Art Deco Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Vintage Trifari faux pearl spray brooch, Gold tone
By Trifari
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous vintage Trifari faux pearl spray brooch.
Textured gold tone leaves with lovely creamy champagne toned faux pearl berries or flowers.
It has a safety catch fitting and it...
Category
Late 20th Century European Retro Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Base Metal
Trifari Vintage 1980s Pink Grey Enamel Flower White Pearl Set Earrings Brooch
By Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
Trifari Vintage 1980s Pink Grey Flower White Round Pearl Oval Openwork Jewellery Set, Earrings Brooch
Very excellent condition. Very new. 100% genuine.
Safety-catch pin closure, si...
Category
1980s American Art Deco Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
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 Clip Earrings, Gold Tone
Very good condition. A very beautiful earrings, signed at the back. 100% Genuine.
Size: 2....
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1980s American Baroque Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Signed Crown Trifari Faux-Peridot & Faux-Ruby Flower Clip Earrings c1961
By Trifari
Located in Easton, PA
Circa 1961 goldtone marquise faux-peridot and faux-ruby with round green aurora borealis center flower clip earrings. Marked crown "TRIFARI©." Measure: 1 1/16 inches across. Excellen...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
TRIFARI crown vintage sugned leaf gold rhinestone pearls designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI crown
• gold tone with rhinestones and faux pearls
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal s...
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Vintage Trifari Pave and Pear Choker Circa 1960s
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Trifari Pave and Pear Choker Circa 1960s. This is a link choker that has pave that is separated with a piece of baguette and then has pear shapes of diamante that are placed ...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Mixed Metal
1940s "Comet" Choker Necklace & Earring Set By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the early mid-century
- Extremely rare, hard to find set
- Choker measures 16.5" in length and .6" width
- Earrings measur...
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1940s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
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
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
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 43
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Vintage TRIFARI crown signed gold pearl tree designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI crown
• gold tone with faux pearls
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear...
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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...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Trifari Jewelry
TRIFARI crown signed gold 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 37
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
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 signed gold tone chunky chain designer necklace
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone
• vintage designer necklace
MEASUREMENTS
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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 silver tone leaf designer clip on earrings
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• silver tone
• vintage designer earrings
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 42
❤️❤️ V...
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1970s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Vintage Signed Crown Trifari Rhodium Plated Faux-Sapphire Brooch
By Trifari
Located in Easton, PA
1960s rhodium plated round faux-sapphires with small clear round rhinestone accents brooch with security clasp. Marked crown "TRIFARI©." Measures: 2 7/8 inches long by 1 1/4 inches w...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Signed Trifari Goldtone Carved Faux-Jade Ring Size 6 1/2
By Trifari
Located in Easton, PA
Goldtone carved resin faux-jade ring with inside sizer. Marked "Trifari." Size 6 1/2 at the largest, but can be worn if your finger is smaller. Measures: Measures: 5/8 inches tall b...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
TRIFARI crown signed silver modernist vintage designer necklace
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• silver tone
• vintage designer necklace
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 41
❤️❤️ VIN...
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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
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
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
Vintage Trifari Black Cabochon Earrings 1970s
By Trifari
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A super stylish pair of Vintage Trifari Black Earrings. Gorgeous cabochons in navette and rounds adorn a lustrous gold modernist design. The quintessential jewel capsule piece that w...
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1970s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
TRIFARI vintage gold tone designer cuff bracelet
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone
• vintage designer bracelet
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
❤️❤️ VINTAGE DESIGNER JEW...
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1980s 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
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...
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1950s American Artisan 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
TRIFARI crown signed silver black modernist rhinestone designer runway necklace
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI crown
• silver tone with rhinestones
• vintage designer necklace
MEASUREMENTS
• 25" long, pendant is 3 7/8" by 2"
CONDITION
• excellent vintage ...
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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...
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Mid-20th Century American Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Crown Trifari Tutti Fruity Fruit Salad White Acorn Clip Earrings
By Trifari
Located in Easton, PA
Circa early 1950s white rhinestone acorns with clear round rhinestone accents clip earrings. Marked crown "Trifari." Measure: 7/8 inches long by 7/8 inches wide. Condition: Very goo...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
Elegant Trifari Pave and Sapphire Crystal Necklace
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Trifari 'Alfred Philippe' Pave and Faux Sapphire Wave collar from the 1950's. Articulated links of pave crystals set with sapphire oval pastes. Adjustable 14-15.75". 1 cm wid...
Category
1950s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Rhodium
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
- 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 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.
- 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 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.