HASKELL Truly 'Royal' Blue Brooch: By Robert Clark, Book Pc.

Jewelry : Collectible : Costume : Vintage : Haskell : Robert F. Clark

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Our royal blue poured glass and rhinestone brooch is a confirmed Robert F. Clark design from the mid-60s and is in the books. Two that I know of: Judith Miller's "Costume Jewelry" and Deanna Farneti Cera's "The Jewels of Miriam Haskell".

Both books feature the necklace; and Miller has the matching earrings. The hefty tag for a demi, according to Miller, up to $1400! Cera features a necklace in the collection of Clark himself.

Clark was the Haskell company's chief designer in the 1960s. His style has been described as chunky and symmetrical, with repetition of design through an entire piece. Clark's pieces have a high level of sophistication and a very elegant finish. Eventually, Clark moved on, formed a partnership with William de Lillo, and continued to create great jewelry.

All of these qualities our brooch seems to showcase. The design dates to 1965 and consists of paté de verre cabochons, roses monteés and baguettes, all in a stunning royal blue color. The elements are mounted on silvered metal, highly filigreed on the front and back.

Our pin has two cabochons, each nestled on two olive branch-looking arches. Each arch has the the rhinestones, and the baguettes are at the base.

It's a chunky piece, almost 2 1/2" x 1 1/2" x 1/4" deep. Tons of filigree on the back. Marked Miriam Haskell within an oval cartouche at the center. Has a locking c-clasp closure.

Excellent condition, with no flaw that I can see. The stones are absolutely gorgeous, and the craftsmanship can't be beat.

Here is a great buy because it's a stunning piece and a good investment. Apart from the examples in the book, it is highly unlikely you will find a lot of this Clark design out there (I know it took me a couple of years at least!).

Item ID: 0508-HAS10