Avon Calling - Vintage Silver Tone Crystal Brooch & Earring Set (VBR086)

Avon Calling - Vintage Silver Tone Crystal Brooch & Earring Set (VBR086)

$95.00

Avon Calling - Vintage Silver Tone Crystal Brooch & Earring Set. This gorgeous set is crafted from a silver toned metal, signed Avon, and numbered 8647. Featuring Vintage styling, crystal, and quality craftsmanship. This set is made in the form of a bow, which is set with sapphire blue and clear baguette sparkling crystals. The brooch features a pin with a secure lock mechanism, which is is perfect working order. The earrings are for pierced and non pierced ears, and are fitted with secure comfortable clip-on backings. The Vintage set exudes elegance, and looks stunning when worn... perfect for any special occasion.

History: Rhinestones which are also known as diamantes or paste date back as far as the thirteenth century where they were first made from Czechoslovakian or Bohemian hand blown glass. The term rhinestone came along later, when rock crystals were discovered in and around the shores of the river Rhine in Austria.

Avon's founder, David H. McConnell, initially sold books as a door-to-door salesman to New York homes. In September 1886, he decided to sell perfumes rather than books. He started the new business in a small office at 126 Chambers Street, Manhattan, New York. The Avon name was inspired by the area around the Suffern lab, which McConnell thought resembled the countryside of William Shakespeare's home, Stratford-on-Avon, England.

Measurements: Brooch 48.00 mm x 29.00 mm Earrings 26.00 mm x 17.50 mm

Stone Size: Crystal 4.00 mm - 1.00 mm

Weight: Brooch 15.00 grams Earrings 11.60 grams

Condition: Excellent

Origin: America, New York

Date: Circa 1960