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Rare Authentic Vintage 1930s Crown Trifari Alfred Philippe Ruby Red Bow Parure Set - Choker Necklace + Clip Earrings - PAT. PEND. 18
HISTORY & DESIGN:
Designed by Alfred Philippe for Crown Trifari, circa 1938-1939. Early PAT. PEND. production before WWII. Documented bow design with black enamel ribbon and ruby red crystals.
MARKS - See Photos:
- Photo: TRIFARI with Crown mark on back of necklace center
- Photo : PAT. PEND. 18 on both necklace and earrings - All pieces marked 18 (one is lightly struck, verified under loupe - both are 18)
Early mold number 18 - highly collectible for Philippe collectors.
DESCRIPTION:
- Necklace: Serpentine / brick chain choker 15.5" - Central ornate bow with 3 large oval faceted ruby red glass stones, black enamel bow details, clear rhinestone accents
- Earrings: Matching bow clip earrings with teardrop ruby dangle - 1.5" long - Clip backs work perfectly
CONDITION - PLEASE READ - SOLD AS IS - See Photos
- Necklace: Black enamel has wear and flaking on top swirl - approx 30% loss - See Photo close-up. Two small clear rhinestones missing - one on lower right and one top center - See Photo . Gold plating shows wear consistent with age.
- Earrings: Excellent condition - All stones present - Light enamel wear - See Photo
- Overall: Good vintage condition for 85-year-old set. All large ruby stones perfect, no chips. Clasp works.
A fantastic rare Philippe parure for restoration or to wear as is. Hard to find in Ruby Red.
From private estate.
