Krementz Silver Leaf Marqee Rhinestone Gold-Filled Brooch / Early Vintage Jewelry / American Antique Costume Jewelry

The name “Krementz” is well-known and beloved among jewelry enthusiasts and antique collectors for its use of high-quality gold plating. It's said that a significant collection of Krementz jewelry was aboard the Titanic when it sank. Indeed, Krementz is a renowned brand that has stood the test of time. This piece has a wonderful feel, but it is a vintage item. Please do not compare it to new items or hold it to the same standards. 🙏🏻 ⚜️ Circa 1960s-1970s ⚜️ Maker's Mark: Krementz ⚜️ 14K Gold-Filled, Rhinestones ⚜️ Approx. 3*3.2cm ⚜️ The pin has a slight loss of plating in one area (see photo 7). Overall condition is good. Please examine all photos carefully. 👀 Please be aware that measurements are taken with a tape measure, so slight inaccuracies are normal. As jewelry is not perfectly square, the dimensions provided represent the longest and widest points. 🖤 This listing is for one brooch only; other items shown in photos are not included. 💎 Regarding rhinestone (crystal) jewelry: Over time, it's inevitable for rhinestones to become hazy, lose some sparkle, or for the metal backing to discolor, which can make the stones appear to have dark spots or look dirty. This is unavoidable, even with high-end brands. Therefore, if these conditions concern you, we advise against purchasing vintage jewelry with stones. **Please Note Before Purchasing:** 💚 If you have any questions before buying, please send us a message. 💚 For jewelry from the 1940s-1980s, it's highly probable that the metal will have some degree of fading, discoloration, or rust spots, and minor imperfections. Please be aware of this before purchasing. 💚 We will do our best to present the items clearly in the photos on the page. Please examine the images and descriptions carefully. 💚 Vintage jewelry is, by its nature, an item of age. It will bear the marks of its journey through time and show signs of wear. 💚 The jewelry in this shop will not be altered. For example, clip-on earrings will not be converted to post earrings. 💚 If you are new to "Vintage Jewelry," we urge you to consider carefully before making a purchase. 💚 If an item arrives damaged to the point of being unwearable, a refund can be issued. However, we cannot offer refunds for reasons such as the item not meeting your expectations, issues with size, color differences, or damage not caused during shipping. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53115499991_4ecc2c8e96_b.jpg **Brand Story:** The history of Krementz jewelry began in the 1860s when George Krementz established his company in Newark, New Jersey. Initially, the focus was on men's jewelry, such as collar buttons and cufflinks. In 1920, the company began producing women's accessories, and necklaces, brooches, and other feminine adornments quickly gained popularity. By the 1930s, Krementz was selling its products internationally. In 1886, they shifted to gold-filled construction, using a thick layer of gold plating for a richer quality. Krementz jewelers used gold plating 30 times thicker than that commonly used in the manufacturing of fine jewelry brands, aiming to create pieces with a distinct value between costume and fine jewelry. Furthermore, Krementz created pieces during the Art Nouveau and Art Deco eras, periods that produced many outstanding jewelry examples. Their excellent condition stands as a testament to their superior quality, making them highly sought after by collectors. Krementz continued to produce gold-filled jewelry until 1980. Afterward, the company's new owner, Richard Krements, began producing jewelry using high-quality 18-karat gold and platinum, often incorporating unusual gemstones like tanzanite and tourmaline, as well as more familiar emeralds and sapphires. Today, the company's creations are highly treasured and continue to be produced under the name "Krementz Jewelry."