Sherman Vintage Rhinestone Wreath Brooch Green & Blue

This Gorgeous Vintage Rhinestone Wreath Brooch was manufactured by Sherman Jewellers of Montreal, Canada approximately 1950 and carries the “Sherman” signature. The brooch measures 1 1/2" Diameter. It has a series of marquise and round cut Swarwovski crystals which are a combination of rich emerald green and sapphire blue in prong settings. This brooch is of superior design and craftsmanship and is executed on a rhodium plated base metal.

COMMENT: Sherman's Jewels Are Definitely "Jewels of Distinction"! Ideal For The Debonair Lady Who Wishes To Own Nothing But The Best!

HISTORY OF SHERMAN JEWELRY COMPANY:

He was a Hungarian who arrived in Montreal, Quebec, Canada about 1940-1945. He apparently opened shop with one employee by the name of James Karetza who was a Hungarian jeweler. He provided expert craftsmanship for Sherman’s exquisite designs. Once in business, Sherman only imported the best of the best crystals from the Swarovski factory that money could buy. In Montreal, he sold his jewelry to the opulent and wealthy. Sherman was considered as a premier jewelry designer in Canada from the mid 1940’s to about 1971 when his business finally closed.

His jewels were never cheap to make and never cheap to purchase. His quality was of utmost perfection. He was known for his many distinguished designs and vibrant colors with a tinge of “Aurora Borealis” in many of his pieces. Because of his high standards, his high purchase costs, high retail prices, and other competitors undercutting him, he basically had no choice but to go out of business. Besides in the late 1970’s to the early 1980’s, the “Glitz” Era was being replaced by a new wave and demand for Designer Sterling jewelry which ran its gamut for a couple decades. However today, the “Glitz” has a resurgence that is bigger and stronger than ever.

Today we are realizing more than ever the Wonderful Artistry of these great jewelry designers of the past. Consequently we are finally giving them the utmost respect which they always rightfully deserved. Unfortunately like many artists, we only realize their real merit and value when they have deceased which is sad to say or realize.

CONDITION: This Sherman wreath brooch is in great condition.

It is normal for such vintage jewelry to show some minor surface wear to the metal backing. In the trade such condition is known as "patina." Afterall, this is not "new" jewelry and it has been worn on many occasions over the years. A certain amount of wear is acceptable and should be expected.