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 Coral & White Enamel Earbob Earrings, 1960's
By Trifari
Located in Atlanta, GA
1960's Trifari earbob style clip-on earrings in a white enamel accented by faux coral beads set in gold tone metal. Hallmarked at the back and outfitted with j-ring shaped clip-on h...
Category
1960s American Retro Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Enamel, Gilt Metal
Vintage TRIFARI crown signed gold tone rhinestones designer bracelet
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI crown
• gold tone with rhinestones
• vintage designer bracelet
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear...
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Vintage TRIFARI crown signed gold plated baguette rhinestones clamper bracelet
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI crown
• gold plated with rhinestones
• vintage designer bracelet
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sk...
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1970s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Vintage TRIFARI gold pearl designer runway brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone with pearls
• vintage designer runway brooch
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
SKU 34
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Late 20th Century 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...
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Late 20th Century European Retro Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Base Metal
Vintage TRIFARI crown gold tone faux turquoise designer bracelet
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone with faux turquoise
• vintage designer bracelet
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
...
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
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 gold lucite zodiac cancer necklace
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
signed TRIFARI crown
gold tone finish
reverse carved lucite
vintage designer runway necklace
MEASUREMENTS
chain is 10"
pendant is 2.88...
Category
20th Century American Trifari Jewelry
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...
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1950s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Rhodium
Vintage TRIFARI signed flower gold tone rhinestones designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• TRIFARI crown
• 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
Trifari Bug on Leaf Suite
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Trifari Bug on Leaf Suite with white enamel from the 1960's. A tiny bug in pastes is set on the brooch and matching earrings. Pave baguett...
Category
1960s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Spectacular Early Trifari Art Deco Bracelet
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Spectacular Early Trifari Art Deco Bracelet from the 1930's in the high Art Deco taste. Beautiful quality designed likely by Alfred Phillipe for Trifa...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gilt 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 L'Orient Series Brooch Set
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Trifari L'Orient Series Brooch and earring set from the 1960's. Done in a David Webb style with faux cab coral and emeralds with enamel.
Crest bro...
Category
1960s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Vintage TRIFARI crown signed gold tone small apple designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 48
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1980s 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
Quilted Gilt Button Earrings By Crown Trifari, 1960s
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Each earring measures 1" diameter
- Gold plated
- Clip on earring backs
- By Crown Trifari (signed on clips)
- Circa 1960s
- Estat...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Vintage TRIFARI crown signed gold tone pearl designer necklace
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI crown
• gold plated with faux pearls
• vintage designer necklace
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sk...
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1970s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Trifari Jeweled Rooster Brooch, Jeweled Symphony Series
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Trifari Jeweled Rooster Brooch from the Jeweled Symphony series from the 1950's. Rhodium plated set with hundreds of vari sized cut pastes and pave with...
Category
1950s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Rhodium
Trifari Bezel Set Ruby Chain
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Attractive Trifari Bezel Set Ruby Chain from the 1950's. Antique gold settings with twisted wire work bezel. 28" x 5/8".
Category
1950s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gilt 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...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Gilded Open Heart Brooch By Trifari, 1980s
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- 1.5" x 1.4"
- Gold plated
- By Trifari (signed on verso)
- Circa 1980s
- Estate acquired
- Excellent vintage condition
Category
1980s Unknown Modern 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
❤️❤️ V...
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
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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20th Century American 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
Rare Signed Trifari Designer Lucite Beads Golden Modernist Choker Necklace
By Trifari
Located in Montreal, QC
Awesome Signed Designer Trifari Modernist Golden Choker Necklace accented by 3 Strands of large Cream/Brown Lucite Beads set in Gold Gilt Mounting. Neckl...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modernist Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
Trifari Retro Yellow "Bouquet" Brooch with Focal Marquise Cut
By Trifari
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Trifari Retro yellow "bouquet" brooch with focal marquise cut faux sapphire and crystal rhinestone pave.
Excellent Condition ,Signed
Category
Late 20th Century American Retro Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Crystal, Gold, Gold Plate
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
Daisy Flower Poured Frosted Glass Dimensional Earrings By Crown Trifari, 1950s
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century
- Each earring measures 1" in diameter
- Gold plated
- Poured frosted glass petals
- Clip on earring back...
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Trifari Cream and Gold Sea Shell Pin Brooch, 1980s
By Trifari
Located in San Francisco, CA
Trifari 1980s (estimated) gold and cream shell pin.
Measures approximately 2 1/4" by 1 1/8".
Signed 'TRIFARI' at back in block caps.
Very good condition, tiny hard to spot chip to...
Category
1980s Unknown Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Vintage TRIFARI signed gold tone pearl rhinestone designer earrings
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone with rhinestones and faux pearl
• vintage designer earrings
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal sign...
Category
1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
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
Vintage Trifari Gold and Diamante Square Clamper Bracelet, circa 1980s
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Trifari Gold and Diamante Square Clamper Bracelet Circa 1980s. This bracelet is so well made. There is a bar of pavé diamante that slides into a square gold top. The sides ...
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Mixed Metal
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...
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1960s American Modern 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
Vintage TRIFARI signed gold tone rhinestone enamel anchor designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone with rhinestones and enamel
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of w...
Category
1980s 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
...
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 Crown Trifari Art Deco Alfred Philippe Brooch 1940s
By Trifari
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Crown Trifari sterling brooch designed by Alfred Philippe in the early 1940s. Featuring a large and weighty solid silver swirl design mounted with claw set pastes each emit...
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1940s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
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
❤️❤️ VINTA...
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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
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
Vintage Trifari Crown Sea Cactus Pin Brooch with Faux Pearls, 1950s
By Trifari
Located in Milford, DE
Dimensions: 3 inches by 2 inches, 7 cm by 5 cm
Marks/Hallmarks: Trifari Crown
Style Number: 44944
Circa mid 1900s
An exquisite & rare collector's piece! This vintage Trifari Crown S...
Category
20th Century American Retro Trifari Jewelry
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...
Category
1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Vintage TRIFARI gold designer runway clip on earrings
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone
• vintage designer runway earrings
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
SKU 34
❤️❤️ VIN...
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Late 20th Century 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
Vintage Trifari Botanical Motif Leaf Necklace, 1960s
By Trifari
Located in London, GB
Vintage 1960s Trifari botanical motif leaf necklace in gold plate. This collar-style heritage necklace comprises an interlocking leaf and stem design featuring a combination of brus...
Category
1960s 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 Crystal and Smoke Flower Brooch
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Trifari Crystal Flower Brooch of oval crystals with smoke crystal pave. This collectible Trifari series comes with either crystal or ruby ovals accented by grey crystal pave, very st...
Category
1960s American Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Base Metal
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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1980s Vintage Trifari Jewelry
Trifari Gilt Metal Crystal Encrusted Poodle Dog Brooch c 1960
By Trifari
Located in University City, MO
Trifari gilt metal crystal encrusted poodle dog brooch c 1960
The elegant canine brooch is designed with an endearing poodle
with impressed gilt metal detail that emulates dog fur...
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Mid-20th Century American Post-War Trifari Jewelry
Vintage 24" Gilt & Black Cord Twisted Chain Necklace by Trifari, 1970s
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- 24" length
- Gold plated
- Black nylon cord
- Clasp closure
- By Trifari (signed near clasp)
- Circa 1970s
- Estate acquired
- Excellent vintage condition
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Trifari Jewelry
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
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
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku...
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1980s 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...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Trifari Jewelry
Materials
Base 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
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 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 by Diane Love, Mystical Animal Brooch
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Collectible and Rare Trifari by Diane Love Archealogical Revivalist Brooch from the 1970's. Diane Love created a line of Artist jewels based on Ancient forms in the 60's and 70's.
A...
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1970s 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 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 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.