Coro-Corocraft-Francois-Vendome-Coro Duettes
In business around the turn of the 20th century until the late 1970's, Coro was one of the most, if not the most, prolific costume jewelry companies of all time. Operating under many different names, the above mentioned are for the most part the most well-known and sought after. Ranging from low to high price points, the best that this company had to offer rivals almost any other high end manufacturer.
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Description: Coro Adolph Katz Enamel and RS Flower Brooch - Patented in 1942, this is a wonderful example of the beautiful enamel work coming out of the Coro factories circa WW2. Each one of these flower heads uses at least three different colors of hand painted enamel; both the leaves and the bow use two colors to create a realistic effect. Enamel work is in excellent condition with only one small ding on the larger left leaf. A masterpiece in miniature and at 3 3/4" x 1 1/4" this piece will get noticed. Item: SP1-484 Price: $99.50 US Sorry, SOLD! |
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Description: Francois Clear and Sapphire Blue Rhinestone Necklace and Earring Set - Francois, along with Vendome and Corocraft, was a high-end division of Coro. This branch, given a "French" sounding name to conjure up elegance, sophistication and beauty, certainly found this set as representative of all that. The earrings are one of the most beautiful designs I have ever seen. Done with the same adjustable clip mechanism that is usually found on Vendome styles, the earrings feature 5 beautiful dark blue marquises from which branch leaflets done in clear pave work. 1 3/8" x 7/8" at widest point. Necklace is a linked style with a single blue marquise surrounded by a smaller version of the leaflet from the earring for each link. Necklace is adjustable, up to 16". When found it was missing several small clear rhinestones, which I have replaced, which was quite difficult as the stones were about 1mm. Otherwise excellent original condition. All pieces marked Francois. If blue is your color you will adore this set. Item: SS1-421 Price: $89.50/set US Sorry, SOLD!  |
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Description: Francois Ruby and Clear Rhinestone Necklace - When I refer to "ruby" in this description, it is a ruby colored rhinestone, not the siam red that is the conventional red used but the beautiful raspberry red that hopefully is what is showing up on your monitor. This necklace uses 8 curved links of round and marquise shaped ruby rhinestones on either side of a line of end-to-end channel set clear baguettes. Francois was one of Coro's very high-end lines, which was apparently short-lived and usually found, if ever, as part of a series of floral brooches. To find this piece, in prime vintage condition, is quite rare. Adjustable hook; signed Francois both on the clasp and on the body of the piece. Difficult to measure because of the curvature of the links, but should fit up to a 16 1/2" neck. Tremendous piece. Item: SN1-372 Price: $179.50 US |
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Description: This Coro "Emblem of the Americas" brooch is shown in the Brunialtis' American Costume Jewelry book and was apparently produced in November of 1941. Proceeds from the sale of this design were used for the Interamerican Scholarship Fund and the concept was endorsed by First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt. The center flag represents the United States and the other flags, from left to right, represent in alphabetical order the countries in Latin America and South America. Note that this piece started being sold at almost the exact same time as the attack on Pearl Harbor and America's entry into WWII. Bottom line says "Amigos Siempre" - Friends Forever. Fascinating historical piece. $250.00 Item: SP2-017 Price: $250.00 US |
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Description: Norseland by Coro Sterling Goose Pin -During WWII when by necessity sterling silver became the metal of choice in the costume jewelry industry, Coro produced several types of sterling pieces, including pieces with no stones whatsoever. This goose must have been one of their most popular designs. Measuring 3 1/4" x 3", this piece, which has its original patina, would warm the cockles of any bird lovers' heart. Item: SP2-176 Price: $69.50 US |
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Description: Coro Sterling Aqua Retro Brooch - This larger (3 1/4" x 2 1/4") circa 1940's brooch is somewhat unusual in that Coro Sterling is incised on the body and then partially covered by a plaque that also says Coro Sterling with the Pegasus mark. Emerald-cut aqua glass foiled stones in an open-backed setting are accented with clear paste-set round rhinestones (all original). Vermeil finish, professionally done solder repair on back side is undetectable.
Item: SP3-033 Price: $60.00 US |
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Description: Corocraft Retro Brooch This large brooch (3.25" x 2.875") is done with a rose-gold finish and has 8 unfoiled amethyst colored stones, accented on one side with 8 clear rhinestones in two sizes. Piece is marked "Coro Sterling Craft" on an applied rectangular plaque. Two of the smallest clears have been replaced, otherwise, excellent condition. Part of Coro's "Devastating Amethyst" ad campaign in 1944. (See ad on JewelChat portion of http://www.morninggloryantiques.com )
Item: SP3-034 Price: $75.00 US |
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Description: Coro Sterling Retro Bouquet with Blue Faux Moonstones and Rhinestones - Gorgeous large 3 3/4" x 2 7/8" brooch has a rose gold finish with lovely light blue glass "moonstones" in marquises and round shapes. All stones are original. Slight moisture damage is found along the very left side of the bow and on the reverse; probably the only part that was truly damaged was the pin stem, which was probably steel rather than sterling and actually looked slightly rusty; I have hand filed it and removed the rust, which also removed a little of the plating on the pin stem. Priced accordingly.
Item: SS3-262 Price: $49.50 US |
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Description: Coro Sterling Retro Brooch with Multi Colored Stones - This large brooch (3" x 2") is done with a rose-gold finish and has 22 navettes in jeweltoned-rhinestones. All stones are pronged; finish is in very good-excellent condition. Very similar to the pieces above. The single stone that appears to be inset on the above right is a reflection from another piece (sorry!)
Item: SP3-192 Price: $60.00 US |
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Description: Coro Sterling Retro Faux Glass Opal Brooch - Another lovely piece from the WWII era. Unfoiled open back glass stones simulating opals or moonstones in two sizes of oval and one round are prong set in this stylized bouquet. Small clear rhinestones accent the piece. 3" x 1 3/4" but delicate enough that it doesn't seem huge. Vermeil setting shows minimal tarnish as is to be expected in a 60+ year old piece. Excellent condition.
Item: SP3-291 Price: $27.50 US |
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Description: Coro Dark Blue Faux Moonstone Cabochon Fur clip - Done in a kind of "bunch of grapes" design, this fur clip has goldtone bow "loops" and measures about 2 1/2" x 2" at the widest points. Almost certainly a 1940's piece, the goldtone finish is similar to vermeil finishes of the time, although I do not think this is sterling. Great for office wear or on a jean jacket. Item: SF4-228 Price: $79.50 US |
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Description: Corocraft Glass Pearl Brooch - With Vendome and Francois, this top of the line division of Coro made some of the top fashion jewelry of the time. This stylized piece embodies the beauty of design and quality of components for which Corocraft was known. 3 1/2" x 1", all stones are original. Item: SP4-0180 Price: $60.00 US |
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Description: Corocraft Elegant Clear Rhinestone Necklace - This style epitomizes the post WII return to glamour of the late 1940's and early 1950's. This is done almost entirely in clear rhinestone baguettes, even on the chain portion and the fancy foldover clasp. The only exception are small rounds that border the front baguettes, and the "swoosh" in front, done in baguette strips that terminate with trapezoids, and is attached with a small screw - I'm not sure what the point was, but it appears that it could be removed if you so desired. Truly a work of design art worth studying. Excellent condition - chain baguettes have darkened but do not detract. Will fit up to a 15 1/2" neck. Item: SN11-354 Price: $85.00 US |
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Description: Corocraft Seashell Necklace - Retro scrolling and a variation on the snakechain look make this piece circa 1940's. Clear channel set baguette rhinestones form "ribs" on the shell, are all original and in very nice condition. Foldover clasp; necklace will fit up to a 14 1/4" neck. Light goldtone, excellent original condition. Corocraft was, along with Vendome and Francois, Coro's top of the line divisions. I believe this has a matching duette and probably other pieces as well. Item: SN10-286 Price: $42.50 US  |
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Description:Coro Duette with Blue Marquises and Gilt Finish - Montana blue marquise rhinestones and a goldtone finish make this an unusual duette. Gilt finish is quite worn on both top and bottom sides, otherwise in excellent condition. 3" x 1 1/2". A nice addition to a comprehensive duette collection, and very wearable. Item: SM9-522 Price: $95.00 US |
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Description: Coro "Bow" Duette with Floral Motif - While not the usual duette mechanism for Coro, I do think this is original. Both fur clips are signed Coro; the connector mechanism is signed just with "pat. pend.". Silvertone; all clear rhinestones. Some stones have darkened or yellowed slightly but certainly what one would expect for a piece that is 60-70 years old. About 2" x 1 1/4" when connected. Item: SM2-149 Price: $49.50 US |
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Description: Coro Clear Rhinestone Duette - This piece is marked Coro Duette on the frame and has patent numbers apparently for both the spring mechanisms on the dress clips and the design (1798867). Classic deco transitional design measures 2 3/4" x 1 1/4". Most of the rhinestones have darkened to a "smoke" color, but all seem to be there. Item: SM4-0179 Price: $49.50 US |
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Description: Coro Clear Deco Duette - This larger duette has a nested triangular design that reminds me a little of the Chrysler Building. A wonderful cut-out design in excellent condition. The dress clips have the typical spring-type mechanism with both the clips and the frame marked with patent numbers. 2 7/8" x 1 3/8". Item: SD5-308 Price: $60.00 US |
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Description: Coro Small Deco Duette - Another lovely design with cut-outs, using baguettes as well as round rhinestones. Some yellowing and darkening of stones commensurate with a 70+ year old piece. A few stones are replacements but match in age and color. 2 3/8" x 1 1/4" Spring-type dress clip mechanisms, with patent numbers on both clips and frames. Item: SD5-309 Price: $39.00 US |
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Description: Large Coro Duette with Clear Stones - One of the best known and loved of Coro's all stone duette designs; I have seen this done with the channel set square rhinestones in a color rather than the clear you see here. A lovely cut out design that is particularly effective on a dark color so that you can see the cut-out portions more readily. Stones have aged, some more than others, but all is intact. At this price, you could afford to have it restoned if you prefer the look of fiery white stones. 3 1/8" x 1 1/2"; curved like wings. Item: SD7-346 Price: $29.50 US |
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Description: Coro Yellow Floral Brooch - This lovely piece was difficult to photograph - the yellow enamel on the floral petals has a glaze on it that also reflects subtle shades of peach and lime green - kind of reminds me of melted rainbow sherbet! In the middle are paste set jonquil yellow rhinestones. Leaves, stems and other assorted floral parts are gold plated. About 3" x 2" and quite 3 dimensional; heavier, better quality piece. Enjoy springtime all year long when you wear this. Item: SP6-431 Price: $29.50 US |
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Description: Coro Necklace and Earring Set with Pave set "Waves" - This necklace actually has a floral motif paste set with blue aurora borealis rhinestones and a clear rhinestone center; however it is the connecting "wavy" links that make this set remarkable - they are each pave set with 31 small clear rhinestones - total number of stones for this set is around 370 - even the "tails" have rhinestones. A few of the tiny stones were missing and I have replaced them , but almost all are original. Lovely and much more impressive in person than in the picture. Necklace will fit up to a 16 1/2" neck and adjustable screw-clip findings (like those used on the Vendome line) are used on the 1" x 5/8" earrings. Item: SS8-296 Price: $79.50 US |
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Description: Coro Clear RS Floral Spray - This piece is signed Coro in script and has Pat. No. 125883, which would put the design patent at early 1941 with the patent owner listed as Gene Verricchio. Measuring 3 1/2" x 1 3/4" at the widest points and done in all clear rhinestones in rounds and oval shapes, this piece is showing some signs of aging; the smaller ovals at the top of third stem from the right have darkened, and the larger ovals have small amounts of foil loss along faceting lines due to being in open back setting; however, they are NOT dark. All of the piece is pave set, and a few of the small stones have darkened, and a few have been replaced. All in all, however, not at all bad for a piece over 60 years old. The wonderful design is yours for $45.00. Item: SP8-086 Price: $45.00 US |
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Description: Coro Light Sapphire and Silvertone Necklace - This uses a curling leaf motif that is separated by stones of various shapes and sizes - rounds, pears, ovals, and emerald cuts. This adjusts up to 16 1/2" and is in excellent condition. A very flattering look for a pittance. Item: SN8-473 Price: $17.50 US |
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Description: Vendome Triple Strand Argent and Arum Bead Necklace - One of Vendome's trademarks in their beaded necklaces seems to be the use of "flattened" round beads, which are almost like two rivoli beads back to back with the tips cut off. Whatever they are, they are expensive and difficult to find in any color except clear and aurora borealis. These are coated on one side with a metallic coating, some in silver and some in gold. These are graduated in size but the vast majority are 11.5mm (that's BIG" and are separated by groups of light brown seed beads. Strands are connected to Vendome's "leaf" ends. The tail was missing when I purchased this and I have replaced it with a chain made of clear flattened rounds, which was as close as I could get to the original. Adjusts to fit up to a 16 1/2" neck. Cost of beads alone is probably more than our price, IF you could find them. Item: SN10-479 Price: $79.50 US |
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Description: Vendome Demi Necklace, Bracelet and Earrings in Black and Arum Beads - Truly difficult to find full matching set. Done with black "flying saucer" beads, flattened round, round and oblong gold metallic coated beads, with crimp bead spacers. Double strand necklace and bracelet; clip earrings are the classic Vendome adjustable screw clip. Neck is adjustable to 16"; bracelet is 7 1/4"; earrings are about 1" in diameter. Necklace and bracelet have baguette set clasps. Item: SS8-478 Price: $99.50 US |
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Description: Vendome Two Strand Tiffany Ball and Black Glass Bead Necklace - Known for its beads as well as exquisite rhinestone pieces, Vendome always displays quality workmanship. This was hard to measure but is an adjustable nested style where the bottom strand plus the extension is about 20", so this should fit most people, and the tail could be added to if you need more length. Fancy rhinestone set clasp and trademark fleur-di-lis dangle shown in 2nd picture. I have replaced some missing rhinestones on the Tiffany balls. Item: SN10-445 Price: $35.00 US |
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Description: Vendome Louis XIV Style Necklace w Guilloche Enamel and Dangling Pearls - This is one of Vendome's wonders. Emerald green guilloche enamel surrounds a central floral motif set with a round glass pearl and paved leaves - scrollwork surrounds with more small flowers and paved tendrills, from which suspend three pear shaped glass pearls. Delicate rhinestone chain surrounds the neck and the hook clasp can be adjusted along the 3 1/2" long tail (see bottom picture). This should adjust up to 17 1/2"; pendant portion is 3 3/4" x 2". Top quality Vendome is difficult to find. Item: SN11-442 Price: $125.00 US |
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Description: Vendome Clear RS Earrings in Japanned Setting - Each of these clip earrings looks kind of like half of a bow. Always fashionable blackened setting with pave set clear rhinestones (much more sparkly in person than this photo would indicate.) Usual Vendome adjustable clip findings, 1" x 3/4" Item: SE12-378 Price: $22.50 US |
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Description: Vendome Light Colorado Topaz AB Crystal and Glass Pearl Earrings - Accented with tiny goldtone leaves and using Vendome's characteristic screw-clip mechanism, these are about 1" in diameter. Very feminine and in excellent, if not perfect, condition. Item: SE10-400 Price: $15.00 US |
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Description: Vendome Chandelier Bead Earrings - Who says vintage looks old fashioned? Argented (silver metallic coated) clear crystal beads dangle in a pyramidal design, suspended from an argented cupcake rivoli bead with a single clear rhinestone in the center. Usual Vendome screw-clip mechanism. 2" x 1". Perfect for any dressy occasion. Item: SE12-134 Price: $27.50 US |
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Description: Vendome Dark Blue/Vitrail/Argent Beaded Clip Earrings - The dark blue beads are a rounded triangle that has been flattened, in dark blue translucent glass. Top beading is done in vitrail (watermelon/grey) and argent (metallic silver) glass beads. Typical quality Vendome screw clip mechanisms, 1 1/4" x 3/4". Excellent original condition. Item: SE10-441 Price: $18.00 US |
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Description: Vendome Colorado Topaz Aurora Borealis Bead Earrings - These earrings are in pristine condition, even the AB coating on the beads is in excellent, unworn shape. The main beads are eggplant shaped; center bead is round. Small bicones (not AB) at top and bottom, center bead is bordered by small seed beads. All beads are handwired, attached to pierced backing frame, which is covered by matching frame. Silvertone metal, usual Vendome screw-clip mechanism, about 3/4" in diameter. Item: SE10-490 Price: $20.00 US |
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Description: Vendome Light Colorado Topaz, Faux pearl and Black Diamond Aurora Borealis Beaded Earrings - Accented with goldtone leaves, these earrings have thrown in everything but the kitchen sink! About 1" in diameter, usual findings, goldtone setting. Excellent condition. Item: SE10-515 Price: $17.50 US |
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Description: Vendome Arum Hematite Pearl Bead Earrings - These are some of the most complex of all the Vendome earrings I have seen. Gold metallic (arum) and grey (hematite) finish beads are wired around a center glass pearl, and small seed pearl strands entertwine with more arum and hematite beads around the border. Usual Vendome clip findings, goldtone, slightly under 1" in either direction. Item: SE10-514 Price: $19.50 US |
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Description: Vendome Clear and Clear Aurora Borealis Bead Earrings - Larger beads are held in place with clear rhinestone headpins, generous use of goldtone metal leaves. About 1" in diameter. Back plates show wear but otherwise these are in the usual excellent condition that Vendome pieces are almost always found in. Item: SE10-516 Price: $15.00 US |
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Description: Vendome Argent and Clear Rhinestone Earrings - Argent, Spanish for silver, refers to silver metallic coated rhinestones. Rivoli (pointed top) stones/beads have been headpinned around a argented beads attached with rhinestone topped headpins. Usual Vendome screw-clip mechanism, 1" in diameter, and very sparkly. Item: SE10-513 Price: $17.50 US |
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Description: Coro Cameo Bracelet and Brooch Set - I am guessing these to be some of the jewelry produced around the time of the release of the movie "Gone With the Wind" in the very late 1930's - early 1940's. Both cameos in a classic woman's profile are done on a black glass background, but the brooch appears to have a matte finish plastic head while the smaller cameo in the bracelet appears to be of molded glass. While there is a slight difference in the appearance of the cameos, I think it has to do with the size difference and small details due to the size difference - these are obviously meant to match. Antiqued goldtone frames are identical. Brooch measures 1 3/4" x 1 3/8", and is about 1/2" deep. Bracelet is a little over 7" with the foldover clasp. Center part measures 1 3/8" x 1 1/8". Both pieces marked Coro in script. $45.00/set Item: SS10-114 Price: $45.00 US  |
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Description: Coro Faux Blue Moonstone and Rhinestone Bunch of Grapes Pin - A popular style for Coro, this is for all the grape nuts out there! Faux grey-blue moonstone beads are set into silvertone and accented with a paved clear rhinestone leaf on the left; same style, in dark blue moonstone beads, on the right. 2" x 1 1/2" at widest points. I have seen this converted to a pendant by adding a jump-ring in the upper loop. $24.00/either color Item: SP10-124 (dark blue) Price: $24.00 US Item: SP10-124A (light blue) Price: $24.00 US |
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Description: Coro Ruffled Silvertone Pearl and Blue Necklace - Cast metal links that alternate white glass faux pearls and light blue and navy rhinestones are shaped almost like wings and have a rippling effect. Adjustable hook clasp will accommodate up to a 17" neck. Very nice shape, not yellowed as in the scan. This would change a navy suit or dress into a memorable outfit! I have replaced a few missing pearls. Item: SN10-126 Price: $16.50 US |
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Description: Coro Brooch with Light Blue/White Translucent Melon Marquise Stones and Blue AB Rhinestones - Almost an upside down fan shape, this brooch has a foliate design done in silvertone. Marquise stones are light blue in the center with almost an opal-type feeling. Light blue aurora borealis rhinestones add sparkle. 2 3/4" x 1 3/4". Very nice condition. Item: SP11-220 Price: $29.50 US |
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Description: Coro Faux Moonstone Cabochon Brooch in Fuchsia with Clear Pave and Burgundy Enamel - I find these old Coro pieces from the 1930's-1940's to be utterly charming. Other than slight knicking at the top of one of the bow loops the enamel is in excellent shape. Someone "got here" before I did and had done some poor replacements of some rhinestones which I have corrected. 2 3/4" x 1 1/2" at widest point. Coro would have made a matching necklace, bracelet, earrings and duette for this piece. Item: SP11-379 Price: $59.50 US |
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Description: Coro Necklace with Grey Faux Moonstone Cabochons, Pink Rhinestones and Pink Givre Teardrop Stones - This piece is a typical style for Coro for the 1950's but the color combination and unusual stones is a little out of the ordinary for this company. Oval cabochons alternate with rhinestones and "givre" art glass stones - clear glass shot with a cloud of pink thru the center. Adjustable to 16", excellent condition. Grey moonstones appear to have a bluish cast in certain lights. Item: SN12-408 Price: $32.50 US |
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Description: Coro Crown Necklace and Earring Set - Much less common than the brooches are crown earrings and necklaces. These feature montana blue oval rhinestones accented with clear round and single clear square rhinestones. Silvertone setting. Earrings have screwback findings, 1 1/8" x 1" x 1/4"; necklace has snakechain, push-in jeweled clasp, 15 1/2" with central crown 1 1/2" x 1 3.4". A few of the clear rounds were missing and I have replaced them. All pieces signed Coro in script. Item: SS12-310 Price: $87.50 US |
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Description: Flower Basket Pin in Jonquil, Topaz and Topaz Aurora Borealis Rhinestones - Light goldtone setting. This graceful design is sure to make a hit with your favorite basket collector. I originally thought this was unsigned but found the signature, Coro, hiding under the handle. Excellent original condition, and much prettier than my picture indicates. Item: UP11-384 Price: $29.50 US |
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Description: Corocraft Domed Tree - I have had this tree before both signed and unsigned, and in a colored version. This features all clear stones in goldtone - as far as I can tell all are original. Shown in every Christmas tree book that I have seen. One of the best of the vintage trees. 2 1/2" x 1 1/4" x 1/2" deep. Item: SP12-403 Price: $47.50 US Sorry, SOLD! |
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Description: Corocraft Domed Tree Pin and Earring Set - The colored version of the tree shown above in all clear, with the elusive matching earrings! Montana blue, fuchsia, emerald green and clear rhinestones form "v" patterns. Pin is signed Coro on the pinback and Corocraft on the body; earrings are unsigned. Other than the clears being a little discolored on body of the earrings (an easy replacement if you wish), these are in excellent shape. Shown in almost every collector book on holiday jewelry that I have seen. Brooch is 2 1/2" x 1 1/4" and earrings are 1 1/8". Item: SS12-413 Price: $95.00/set US |
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