Trifari Alfred Phillipe Clair de Lune Moonstone Rhinestone Bracelet

Some of the most well known and collected of the Trifari pieces are those from the Clair de Lune collection. Clair de Lune is moonlight in French.

This wonderful example is the bracelet. Beautifully decorated with glass moonstone crescents accompanied by red square accents and sprinkled with crystal round rhinestones. The setting is a high polished gold tone with scrolls that gently weave through the stones.

Trifari has a rich and lengthy history of creating some of the most collected and highly sought after pieces. The company began in 1938 and continued through the 20th century. Trifari employed several designers over the years and one of the most well known is Alfred Philippe. His name appears on the design patent for this lovely bracelet.

Date: 1950s

Measurements: front width 3/4", back width 3/8", circumference 6-1/2"

Hallmarks: Trifari, 18, Pat Pend

Patent: 157518 dated Feb. 28, 1950

Condition: Minimal age wear to plating, all else in excellent condition