Trifari Clip-Mates Double Dress Clip Pin Brooch Accessory 1930's, Alfred Philippe, Fall Leaves, Art Deco Design, Versatile Vintage Jewelry

Vintage Trifari 1930's Dress clip / brooch combination piece:

~ Clip-Mates duette type double dress clip pin brooch
~ Circa 1936 Alfred Philippe patented device that is stated to "The invention relates particularly to a pin or brooch the parts of which may be disassembled and separately used" on the patent sheet information. Signed by Alfred Philippe himself. See pic.
~ Shiny silver rhodium finish that was prized for it's platinum like finish and anti-tarnish properties
~ Studded with round rhinestones set in a late art deco arrangement with a cascading leaf design

Ready and waiting for your lapel, collar, collection, special outfit / occasion / holiday / day or gift giving - you will love this!

AGE OR ERA: True antique / vintage jewelry piece - the patent information states the patent is circa 1936.

MARKINGS: Trifari with a crown above the "T" on each dress clip back, CLIP-MATES on the back of one clip and PAT. NO. 205080 on the back of the other

METAL/MATERIAL: Shiny rhodium plated metal and faceted glass rhinestones

CLASP / CLOSURE: Pin back hardware on the brooch with standard roll over safety catch and dress clip clips on the two individual pieces that slide on the brooch bar

MEASUREMENTS: When the clip are assembled on the pin bar - 2 3/4" long x 1" wide complete. When the clips are removed - they are each about 1 3/8" long x 1" wide

WEIGHT: x

TESTING: x

U.S. RING SIZE: x

HISTORY, PROVENANCE, ANECDOTAL, METAPHYSICAL, SYMBOLISM &/or LORE: In the late 1920s, iconic fine jewelry designer Louis Cartier invented the concept of the double dress clip, which he patented in 1927 – a clever device that allowed two matching or complimentary clips to attach or abut to a brooch frame to allowed to be worn both together as a pin or independently as wardrobe clips apart from the frame. The first pieces by Cartier were known as ‘Clip-Pins’. The concept was a huge success and in the 1930's Coro debuted its own fashion or costume jewelry models and called them Duette Clips.


JUST FOR FUN - AI DESCRIPTION - (GENERATED BY ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE): This Trifari clip mate dress clip brooch is a stunning addition to any jewelry collection. The set features a unique combination of mixed materials, including silver toned metal and rhinestones, that create a designer vintage look. The round rhinestone shape adds a touch of glamour to any outfit, making it perfect for special occasions, weddings, birthdays, and more. The patent was signed and designed by Alfred Philippe and this pin is an original piece from the 1930s. It is a versatile accessory that can be worn in a variety of ways. The combination clip feature adds an extra touch of uniqueness to the set, making it a must-have for anyone who loves fashion and costumes.

CONDITION: Great antique / vintage condition - clips are nice and tight on the bar - which is what you want to see. Stones are all intact - with just a few exhibiting random minor chips and wear here and there from age and use. I need 10x magnification to notice at all. The harware is all in good working order. In an excellent state of preservation.

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