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About Rainbow's End

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We respond to all orders within 24 hours, barring computer or satellite malfunctions. If you do not hear, please give us a call.

About Us
We want everyone to love what they purchase from us; so if you ever receive an item you are not happy with, please email or call for a cheerful, full refund. We pride ourselves on keeping our customers happy and returning to shop again and again. ****Also if you purchase a piece of jewelry from my shop and it later loses a stone, pin back, earring back or becomes damaged in any way I will repair it for you at a $25 charge which will include the return shipping, provided I have or can find the needed stone(s), clasp, pin back, etc. and you have the patience to wait for me to do it on my own schedule; so when you buy be sure to bookmark my shop to be able to find me later if needed.**** We must keep these beautiful pieces wearable and in circulation because this level of beauty and craftsmanship will never be produced again.

NOTE: The only repairs I will do is for my customers on pieces they have purchased from me.


WE SPECIALIZE IN ANTIQUE AND VINTAGE JEWELRY OF ALL TYPES, ESPECIALLY UNUSUAL AND RARE!


I sort of fell backwards into my love affair with "incredible wearable works of art" in the form of antique and vintage costume jewelry.

As an occupational therapist and single mom doing traveling therapy I wanted something fun to do in my leisure time in new places; so I offered to start collections for my two college age daughters, Christi and Tonya, but it had to be something very small and portable as I took job assignments all over the US and carried my entire household from place to place in my van. Christi wanted salt & pepper shakers and Tonya wanted vintage jewelry.

I left from Sarasota, FL for my first travel assignment in Spokane, WA. In Twin Falls, ID on the way there I purchased someone's entire lifetime collection of S & P's at a Desert Industries Store. It was between 400-500 pairs; so we maxed out in S & P's in one stop. When Christi saw the beautiful and unusual jewelry pieces I brought back for her sister she decided she would rather have jewelry too. Luckily they have very different taste and rarely wanted the same pieces.

When I found my first "treasure" of an unmarked 14K ring with a very large six point black star sapphire stone for $30 - - - I was hooked and have been "Junkin for Treasures" ever since. That was 20+ years ago. By the way Tonya still has the ring.

When I would go to auctions, garage/estate sales I would often buy large lots of jewelry to get several pieces for their collections. Sometimes I would sell to dealers from this excess to help support my hunting habit.

After five years I had to stop doing traveling therapy to care for my aging parents and this large stash of extra jewelry helped, my then pregnant, Christi to open an antique mall booth and sell on eBay; so that she could be a stay-at-home mom.

I would find treasures that had missing stones, pin backs, earring backs, etc. and wanted to save them from the salvage or craft piles. I started harvesting stones from pieces that were beyond salvage, then someone had some vials of vintage stones I bought, next I met someone who told me about Paul's Unique and Stella Yellin and Stella taught me all about grading and care of vintage rhinestones. That is how I started accumulating the knowledge; and the hundreds of thousands of stones and vintage findings I have for restoration.

I was a charter member of Vintage Fashion and Costume Jewelry (VFCJ) Collectors' Club and at the first convention I attended another jewelry rescuer introduced me to Wolf E. Myrow, Inc. in Providence, RI. My greatest joy though was finding Waliga Imports & Sales, Inc. and Bill Waliga. His passion for these wonderful pieces rivaled my own and we became great friends. I was greatly saddened by Bill's passing the summer of 2007. I will miss him terribly and all the history he had to share about the jewelry trade in the Providence, RI area. I am hopeful that the Waliga family will continue the business and I can look forward to many more years of digging around in their warehouse for vintage stones and findings.

At the 2005 VFCJ Convention I presented a workshop on the Care and Restoration of Antique and Vintage Jewelry.
At the jewelry sale that year Peter M. Dicristofaro, Curator of the Jewelry Museum in Providence came by my table and stated, "You have the most eclectic selection and reasonable prices of all the vendors here and a number of pieces I wish to purchase".

I remarried in 2003 to a wonderful man I found with the help of the internet who encourages my passion for finding and rescuing antique and vintage costume jewelry.

Within the first year of our marriage we were both diagnosed with cancer.

After our treatments and getting a clean bill of health from our oncologists we purchased a motor home, he retired and I was forced to retire from occupational therapy; so we sold all property and now live full time in our home on wheels. In the past six years we have visited 48 states in the USA, spent 3 months touring Alaska (our logo picture was taken at Denali National Park in Alaska) and visited six Canadian Provinces. We also spent the month of December 2006 in Belize.

We have traveled extensively for the past six years and have now decided to start working a few months out of the year. We are no longer going to be collecting for our three daughters and instead opened this shop on Ruby Lane as a venue for selling the treasures we find while continuing to travel this great country of ours. We will still give some of the most awesome pieces we find to our five beautiful grandchildren to start collections and instill a love of these beautiful wearable art creations in yet another generation.

I have bought and sold on eBay off and on since May of 1998 and have a 100% Positive Feedback rating under the ID-arlyp.

Since opening our shop we have shipped sales to 44 US states and the countries of Canada, AE, Australia, Japan, China, Russia, Ireland, Italy, Greece, New Zealand, UK, France, Monaco, Spain, Switzerland, Germany, Ukraine, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Brazil, Netherlands and Finland.

Customer Testimonials
03-23-13
Hi Arlene,
I received this sweet little butterfly (Victorian Bohemian Garnet Sterling Vermeil Butterfly Brooch). I love the size and texture of the piece. Thank you so much for everything.
Kindest Regards,
Carol

03-22-13
Hi Arlene,
The Trifari jelly belly pig brooch arrived. Love it!
Thanks so much for the discount and quick shipping.
All the best,
Sharon

03-22-13
Hi Arlene,
I did receive the necklace (Czech Unusual Shaped Fuschia Stones Necklace). It is in fabulous condition! I just love it!
Thanks,
Brenda

03-22-13
Hello Arlene,
The beautiful necklace (Very Unusual Czech Glass Stones Necklace) arrived here with no problems and I am very well pleased with it! It is a great addition to my collection!
Many thanks,
Paula

03-13-13
Hi, Arlene~ The earrings (Deco Sterling, Natural Lapis and Marcasite Earrings) arrived today and they're fabulous!
Thanks very much! ~Laurie

02-26-13
This arrived (Very Large Silver Plated Oriental Motif Charm Bracelet),and I LOVE IT! Thanks so much, Arlene.-- Denise

02-26-13
Hi, Just a quick note to let you know the little purse (German Silver Dance Purse) arrived
safe and sound. Thank you so much! Eli

02-24-13
Hello, Arlene.....I received the bracelet (Paris Sterling Souvenir Bracelet) safely. Thank you for
packing it so well. It is a beauty! I am so pleased! I'm sure it will receive many
years of wear as it is so comfortable. Thank you. Marie


02-05-13
Hi Arlene. I received the Reja brooch (Reja Sterling Signed Fierce Lion Brooch) and love it! Thanks, C

01-11-13
Yes it (Art Nouveau Enamel Butterfly and Flowers Motif Sash Pin) did and you were right :) It IS lovely! Thank you, Robin

01-11-13
Hi Linda, Just a note to ask if your lovely bracelet (Art Nouveau/Art Deco Transitional Sterling & Marcasite Bracelet) arrived safely; so that i may close out your purchase order.
Thanks, Arlene
It did and it is lovely. Thank you! Linda

01-11-13
Hi Arlene,
I just wanted to let you know that my lovely brooch (Juliana Ice Blue and Clear Aurora Snowflake Design Brooch) arrived safe and sound.
Thanks, June

01-10-13
Hi Arlene, Many thanks for my lovely bracelet (Vintage Gold Filled Bracelet)
Cheers,Pearl (Australia)

12-26-12
Dear Arlene, Yes it did. It is lovely (Victorian Wings Set with Persian Turquoise Scarab and Cabochons Brooch)!! Thank you so much! Happy new year!
Sincerely,
Elizabeth

12-26-12
Arlene
It made it (Swoboda Carved Jade and Coral Floral Brooch)....love it.
thank you
towanda

12-24-12
Hello from Athens, it is just came (Eisenberg Original Designer Signed Dress Clip) and it is a m a z i n g, thank you very very much, many greetings from Greece and Happy
Holidays, Mina

12-14-12
I received the brooch today (Coro Craft Sterling Designer Signed Flower Brooch). It's beautiful and I'm wearing it tomorrow.
Sharon Roberts

12-13-12
Thank you - I really like the brooch (Victorian Scottish Agate Brooch).
Judith Walsh

12-11-12
Hi, Arlene~ I'm very pleased with these earrings (Czech Glass Deco Earrings), thank you!
~Laurie

11-29-12
Hello Arlene, this is just to let you know I've picked up this lovely set (David Anderson Designer Signed Blue Enamel Demi) today from my local sorting office. As I had suspected there was a customs duty to pay and hence the reason for the
delay. Thank you so much for this lovely set. Regards, Cris

11-22-12
Thank you so much. The pins (Weiss Designer Signed Six Candle and Five Candle Christmas Tree Broochs) arrived safely and they are lovely.
Colette Hannigan

11-16-12
Arlene, the necklace (Juliana Ice Blue and Clear Aurora Necklace) arrived this week and it is absolutely wonderful. Thanks so much! Wayne ;-0

11-16-12
I love these 2 beautiful items (Coro Duette Trembling Camellias Brooch and Boucher Hugh Phoenix Bird Brooch) and thank you for making a refund to me for the over charged shipping.
Hi, I already received these 2 beautiful items. So happy~Thank you
very much. Hoo

11-13-12
Hi, Alrene
Very satisfied with purchase (Saphiret Set Pendant on Gold Filled Chain).
Thank you so much.
With my best regards,
Junko NAITO

11-08-12
Hi,
The pin came, (Ciner Sterling Signed Bird Figural Brooch) and it is lovely. Please keep me in mind for other Ciner pieces. Thanks.
Regards, Emily

7-24-12
Hi Arlene: we are preparing a book, hope you can see her (RARE Staret Designer Signed Enamel & Rhinestone Fish Brooch) again in the book.
Sincerely
David

7-23-12
Dear Arlene:
The fish (RARE Staret Designer Signed Enamel & Rhinestone Fish Brooch) swam home safely! Thank you very much, keep in touch.
Sincerely, David

7-23-12
Good Morning Arlene-
Thank You for your help. I have paid you via PayPal. I collect Vintage Character Memorabilia and the brooch (RARE Frank Buck "Bring 'Em Back Alive" Designer Signed Nodder Hippopotamus Brooch) will look great with my other Frank Buck items.
Sincerely, Phil

7-21-12
I don't know if I emailed you yet or not but Thank you for the
compact! Thank you so much! She loved it!!
7-16-12
I got my compact (Unusual Silver Chatelaine Compact) on Saturday like you said!!! Thank you so much! My gf loves it and I do as well. Great great great seller! I will
check back often on your site!!

07-10-12
Arlene,
I received my Cameo in the mail. I think it's beautiful. Thank you. I will continue to visit your site to see what's new.
Judy Frasca

07-06-12
Hi Arlene,
Just to let you know my beautiful bracelet (David Anderson Sterling Designer Signed Enamelled Bracelet) arrived and I love it. Many thanks.
Ann

6-23-12
Hi, Arlene~ I LOVE THIS AMAZING BUCKLE! (Large Celluloid and Bright Rhinestones with Painted Gilt Decorations Belt Buckle). So beautiful, such great colors, so unusual-- I'll have to find a creative way to wear it.
Thanks for the speedy shipping, too.
Kind regards, Laurie

6-18-12
Hi,
I received my beautiful "sparkle bangle"(Celluloid Rhinestone Set Bangle in Rare Aqua Color). It is really beautiful and in very good condition. LOVE IT!
Thank You Marikita

12-07-11
Arlene,
Gorgeous set (Boucher Designer Signed Demi of Brooch and Earrings) arrived today and it is just amazing! I can see this with my royal blue dress for New Years...thanks so much! Judith

11-24-11
Hi Arlene, I rec'd the Juliana Rivoli earrings today and they are
lovely. I bought the bib necklace at the conference in RI this
October so it's very nice to have them. I hate not having
matching earrings. It was my first conference and we had a blast.
Hope to see you there one day. Barbara in Canada

11-20-11
Hi Arlene, The pearls (Graduated 20 1/2" String of Pearls with 10K White Gold Clasp) are very lovely and I really like the length. Thank you.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Becky

10-20-11
Hi Arlene,
Just wanted to let you know that the beautiful little bird ( Takahashi Bird Pin) came today. He arrived safely and is settled into his new nest! I love those little birds! The are just beautiful! I can't imagine how they made them during WWII while in the camps....just out of scraps and pieces. Such amazing talent! I have several and am always excited to find one I didn't have. Thanks so much for the great listing.
Again, thanks so much! Susie Krogh

09-24-11
Arlene,
Received the necklace (Cherry Amber Faceted Beads Necklace). It is lovely.
Thanks, Harry

09-22-11
Hi Arlene!
I received the GORGEOUS necklace yesterday (Kenneth J. Lane (KJL) Designer Signed Necklace) - and I am delighted! It is a great addition to my sea/ocean themed vintage collection (within my collection!:))
Thanks again! Cynthia

09-14-11
Hello
I received the pin (Alice Caviness Designer Signed Faux Pearls, Aurora Beads and Rhinestones Brooch) yesterday safely. It is sooooo beautiful and I love it!!! Thank you so much!!
Regards, Maki

09-12-11
Hello Arlene,
Yes I got it! (Saphiret and Sapphire Aurora Rhinestones Demi) It is so beautiful! The set literally glows! I have the matching brooch so I am displaying them together.
Thank you again,
Bonnie

08-31-11
Got my bracelet today (1930's Pot Metal and Fruit Salad Leaves Bracelet), thank you so much! It is beautiful.
Tracy

08-22-11
Dear Arlene,
I received my Kenneth Jay Lane Caterpillar brooch and I really
love it and my mom loves it too. It is really beautiful and
colorful and a nice size, a real eye catcher.
It's been a pleasure doing business with you.
Thank you, Gina Reagan

08-13-11
Hi, the earrings (Round Cabochon Dragon's Breath Stone Earrings) arrived today and are so lovely as described.
Thank you so much, Laurie

07-27-11
Dear Arlene,
How are you? I just wanted to let you know I received the sash pin and I love it! Thank you so very much for your great service and communication. I appreciate it. I will visit your shops often.
Very truly yours, Nadia

07-05-11
Hi, just to let you know that I received this set (Vintage Mexican Signed Sterling Enameled Parure) and it is BEAUTIFUL.
Thank you,
Teresa

06-21-11
DEAR ARLENE,
RECEIVED THE STUNNING PIN AND EARRING SET (Juliana 1960's Hematite Stones Demi) ON MONDAY. IT IS SOOOOOOOO WONDERFUL. IT IS A VERY WELCOME ADDITION TO MY JULIANA JEWELRY COLLECTION.
THANK YOU VERY MUCH,
MARCIA

06-01-11
Hi Arlene!
I received the bracelet and I love it! It's beautiful! Thank you so much.
Shawna

04-28-11
Got this (Juliana Necklace). It's more beautiful in person! My 2nd Juliana piece! I checked out your other site (Pot-of-Gold on Ruby Plaza)... what's the difference brtween the 2 sites? Hope to buy more beautiful Juliana pieces soon! Angela

04-16-11
Hi Arlene,
Just a quick note to let you know that your parcel just arrived. The pendant is lovely ! Rest assured that it has found a good home :)
Hi Arlene,
I too marvel at the exquisite craftmanship of such a little piece, I shall treasure it :)
Thank you for your explanation and for your excellent customer service!
Kind regards, Myriam

04-14-11
Hi, Arlene!
I received my bracelet in today's mail and it is indeed lovely. So nice to have something unlike any other native American jewelry I have. Thank you for your fine service. I will check
out Rainbow's End on Ruby Lane since I mainly shop there.
Kind regards from Poodie

03-04-11
Hi Arlene,
It's Beautiful!!!! (Eisenberg Ice Designer Signed Brooch). Thank you so much.
Is there somewhere that I am supposed to leave feedback or anything?
Thank You,
Debi Davis

02-27-11
Arlene,
I received the brooch (Sterling with Gold Trim Dragonfly Brooch) today and it is quite lovely.
Thank you! Sam

02-23-11
(Gold Tone Acorns & Leaves Motif Demi) received! And so beautiful!
Thank you so much arlene!
Bettina (Germany)

02-23-11
1950's Crystal Rhinestones Unusual Bracelet. I just cannot get over what a stunning unique design this bracelet is - thanks!!! Cannot stop staring at it!
Cathy

01-25-11
Hello Arlene,
Yes, the brooch arrived last week and it is absolutely STUNNING (Victorian Sterling with Natural Gem Stones Brooch)! It exceeded my expectations in every way! I thought you'd like to know that I was determined to find a hallmark on it - as it's such a high quality piece - and the black and white enamel had led me to believe it might be French. Well, after a huge amount of searching with my loupe I finally found a set of three hallmarks on the pin-stem. After some research I discovered that these are the hallmarks for Birks and Sons, Montreal - the "Tiffany's of Canada" - and they date the brooch to 1880. Hence the French-style enamel! Anyway I love the piece and it will take place of pride in my modest Victorian collection. Charlotte

01-20-11
Hi Arlene:
I received my bracelet (Deco Signed Sterling Bangle Bracelet) today and I am very happy with it. It's a lovely piece in very good condition. Thank you for the great service--I'll be back at your site soon! Best wishes,
Evelyn
Bird on a Wire

12-09-10
hi arlene,
it made it (Venetian Bead Necklace) and it is fantastic
thaks for your consideration
angeline

12-07-10
Hi Arlene,
The set was for my daughter (Rose Colored Venetian Beads Demi) she just loves it.
Thanks so much.
Regards Sue.

12-05-10
Hi Arlene,
The Coro duette brooch arrived in the mail today. I am extremely happy with the item. Thank you.
Warmest regards, Frances

12-02-10
Hi! The two beautiful brooches were received. (Celluloid Pink Elephant Caricature Brooch and Victorian Micro Mosaic Brooch).
Thank you very much!
Yvonne

11-29-10
I just wanted to thank you, I received my pendant and it is
beautiful. (Victorian Micro Mosaic Pendant Necklace).

11-22-10
Hello,
(Napier Designer Signed Demi of Pink Art Glass Elephant Charms)
Arrived safe and sound. Been waiting for one of these sets for
quite a while! Thanks so much.
Gail

11-18-10
Hi Arlene,
I received the Mazer jewelry. Lovely! (Mazer Sterling Designer Signed Demi Parure).
Keep me in mind if you come across any more Mazer or Mazer Bros. Jewelry.
Thanks so much,
JOY

11-13-10
Hello Arlene,
I have received the brooch (Austrian Fruits Designer Signed Grapes Brooch)
So lovely and in excellent condition.
I appreciate your prompt service.
Thanks a lot, Miho (Japan)

11-10-10
I JUST LOVE THIS BEAUTIFUL PIN. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!
( Elzac Designer Josephine Baker Victims of Fashion Brooch) Angelica

10-18-10
Received my lovely brooch! (Schreiner Whimsical Snail Brooch)
Thanks Hana

10-14-10
Dear Arlene,
I received my lovely bracelet this morning. VERY pleased with it and
there will be many visits to your shop.
Many thanks again,
Deanna ....... Keep Well

07-12-10
Hi Arlene,
The bracelet (Vintage Signed Mexican Sterling Wrap Hinged Bangle) has arrived and it is spectacular. Such a great design. Good luck with your sales and hope to do business with you again.
Take care, Kay

06-28-10
Hi Arlene,
Yes, indeed I did receive it (Victorian Gold Filled Locket on Original Mesh Chain Circa 1860-80) and it is more beautiful than could be displayed over the net!! .
Blessings to you and your family,
Jodi

06-04-10
Hi again!
I got my beautiful locket in the mail this morning. It looks even
better seeing it in person! Thanks again so much.
Leslie Hughson

06-02-10
Dear Arlene,
Just to let you know that the fantastic fur clips(Crown Trifari Designer Signed Enameled Bird & Eisenberg Sterling Designer Signed Fur Clips) have arrived safely and in best condition at my address.
Really love them - brilliant pieces of fine costume jewelry.
Thanks again for your perfect and professional support!
With kind regards, Christian (Germany)

05-28-10
Thank you Arlene. The brooch (Lea Stein Designer Signed Penguin Brooch) arrived safely and is indeed gorgeous!
Best
Shari

05-24-10
Dear Arlene,
Today I received the necklace and I love it - it's just beautiful. I know mum will love it too and will probably 'borrow' it on occasion when she goes out (to the elderly citizen's dances).
Thank you very much and Best of Wishes to you!
Regards, Pamela

03-18-10
Hi, I just wanted to let you know I received the Hattie Carnegie Christmas tree pin. I
think it is lovely and it will make a wonderful addition to my
Christmas tree collection. It has been a pleasure doing business
with you. Thank you much, Eunice

03-16-10
Dear Arlene,
I received the ABSOLUTELY PERFECT bracelet yesterday - thank you so much!
I immediately put it next to the earrings and necklace and the match is
not just good - it is perfect! I so love to complete sets!
Again, thank you for another wonderful piece of jewelry! Cynthia

03-09-10
Hi Arlene,
It (Deco Rhodium Filigree Hinged Bangle Bracelet) is absolutely beautiful! I look forward to shopping with you again.
Sincerely, ImaJean

03-08-10
Dear Arlene,
I've received the necklace today. It is more beautiful than I
expected! Thank you so much. I really appreciate your attention.
Regards, Kumiko Mori

03-06-10
Hi, Arlene........the earrings arrived today and they are very pretty...thank you very much...
Sincerely.. Mary

03-05-10
hi arlene, just letting you know the demi arrived. it's so neat that the original box went with it. i just love everything i order from you. it never disappoints and your treasures are so unique and reasonable to boot! have a terrific weekend and hope to come back again soon. warmest regards, cynthia

03-04-10
The lovely necklace arrived and thank you so much! As always I am
delighted to have done business with you and couldn't be more pleased!
Cynthia

02-21-10
The nine "jools" arrived yesterday, and I love
each of them! Thanks so much for these treasures I'll add to my
collection! Cynthia

02-19-10
Just letting you know that I received my Eisenberg Original Sterling Designer Signed Brooch yesterday and it's simply dazzling!!. Thank you so much.
Connie Self

02-13-10
Dear Arlene,
I have to tell you, I absolutely love the piece (Victorian Snake Wrap Bracelet of Rose Cut Garnets)! I believe it is one of the most charming, most lovely pieces I have ever seen! I am honored to own such a lovely piece, and it will aways have a loving home and the best
of care! I can't wait to show it off!
I will definitely be back to visit your shop; probably just to browse
for awhile until I can afford to treat myself to another lovely piece!
Thanks again, Cynthia

02-03-10
Hi Arlene!!
The fantastic brooch arrived safe and sound!!
Thanks for everything and I wish you a fabulous 2010,
All the best, Klelia

12-31-09
I received the Japanese Lantern brooch about 2 days ago. It is a
charming piece; well made and "sturdy." I am delighted with not
only the pin, but your service as well! Thank you, Karen

12-24-09
Hi, Arlene~ It just arrived! The necklace (Deco Sterling and Glass Stones Festoon Necklace) is absolutely beautiful! Thanks very much and hope you have a wonderful
holiday. Kind regards, Laurie

12-22-09
Dear Arlene,
I received the package today and they're beautiful (Georgian French Cut Steel Belt Buckle and Shoe Decorations Set). Thanks! Michele

12-21-09
Dear Arlene,
Just a note to let you know that your package arrived today. The pieces ( BOUCHER Designer Signed RARE Demi of Brooch and Earrings) are beautiful and my husband thanks you for saving his bacon! Colette

12-15-09
The brooch arrived in perfect condition and is beautiful ! Thanks.
Ron Blanchard

12-14-09
Hi Arlene, just wanted to let you know that gorgeous set arrived
today, thank you so very much, it's really lovely.
Kerrie

12-12-09
Dear Arlene,
Just a quick note to let you know that the gold etruscan bangle
arrived safely on my doorstep this morning.
I love it - but if I put on any weight it will not fit. They
certainly were very petite in those days!
Thank you once again for your efficient service.
Best wishes for Christmas and the New Year,
Regards, Rosemary