Founded in 1927 by Oreste Pennino, the jewelry
bearing this mark are uncommon and well loved by collectors. The line
stressed the "real look" in jewelry with elegant styles and floral motifs.
Production ceased sometime in the early 1960s. |
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Violets & Golden Leaf Brooch
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Violets are for remembrance and this
memorable brooch is a large textured leaf with delicate violet blossoms
sparkling with amethyst rhinestones. Attributed to
Pennino from marked pieces with the same design elements,
clasp/hinge, and general construction. Exceptional condition. |
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2¼ by 1½” |
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SP061 |
$175 |
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'Stardust' Pavé Leaves Necklace &
Earrings
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Just as described in the company ad, this
necklace and clip earring set exhibits 'starlit splendor' with the pavé
leaves curled over links filled with baguettes. Lovely dimension
to the design; rhodium plated. Note: mild aging
to some of the small rhinestones. Marked:
Pennino |
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Reference:
click here for the 1955
ad. |
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Necklace:
adjusts to 16½", ¾" wide; Earrings: 1⅛ by ⅞" |
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SP063 |
$290 |
Black Velvet and Pavé
Rhinestone Necklace
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The unusual black matte enameling on this
piece accentuates the crystal rhinestones. It's a rare design with
a stunning effect. Rhodium plated; very slight aging to stones.
Marked:
Pennino |
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Adjusts to
16", 1¼" wide |
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SP070 |
$495 |
Articulated Lantern Brooch
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This charming
and fun piece depicts a dimensional lantern hanging freely from its
scrolled bracket. The lantern sparkles from the four large octagon
shaped rhinestones making up its panes. Exceptional condition; rhodium
plated. Marked: Pennino |
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2 by 2" |
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SP043 |
$175 |
Radiant Baguette Swirl Choker
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A
saucy swirl of baguettes sprays out from a ribbon of rhinestones in this
charming choker. The open central part of each link is flirtatious
and fun. Settings are rhodium plated and the piece is in fabulous
condition. Marked: Pennino |
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16"
long, 1" wide |
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SP028 |
$195 |
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Sapphire Molded Berry Bracelet
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Each link of this charming bracelet has a
textured silvertone leaf and juicy sapphire blue molded berry with
rhinestone tip. Very yummy piece in lovely condition with only
minor wear to the finish. Marked:
Pennino |
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6¾ by ¾” |
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SP062 |
$175 |
Shooting Star Brooch
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Reminiscent of a shooting star, this
unusual design features a burst of pavé stones on the center dome and
heart-shaped leaves. Trailing along are the four strands of
stones, swaying with your every move. Pendant hook on the back so
this brooch may be worn as a pendant or to sweep beads or pearls to the
shoulder. Note: slight aging to a few of the stones is seen under
magnification. Marked:
Pennino |
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3½ by 1¾" |
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SP040 |
$230 |
Sapphire Cabochon Swag Necklace & Bracelet
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Lines of rhinestones, like sparkling
ribbons, are swept up into deep sapphire blue cabochons in this
exquisite set with a draped swag or garland motif. It's an
elegant and rarely seen design with rhodium plating. Marked:
Pennino |
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Necklace:
15½ by ½"; Bracelet: 7 by ½" |
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SP065 |
$525 |
Ruby Baguette Knot Earrings
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Like a swirled knot, these clip earrings
curl with one side being pavé rhinestones and the other radiating red
baguettes. Rhodium plated; excellent condition. Marked:
Pennino |
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¾" diam. |
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SP064 |
$98 |
Amethyst Swirl Choker
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The circular links of this charming
necklace contain swirls, amethyst colored rhinestones in tiny flowers
and sparkling navette rhinestones. Goldtone settings; ca 1940s. Marked:
Pennino |
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15½" long,
1" wide |
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SP037 |
$195 |
Sapphire Baguette Loops Bracelet
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The glamorous real-look design of this
stunning bracelet is enhanced by the use of the sapphire rhinestone
baguettes curving over one side of each link. A clever display of
baguettes and flowing dimension! Exceptional condition. Marked:
Pennino |
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7¼ by 1" |
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SP042 |
$195 |
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Baguette
Leaf Choker
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Curving
leaves are composed of baguettes and interspersed with pavé balls
(berries?) in this fabulous necklace. Rhodium plated setting and
only slight aging to some of the stones. A graceful and festive
piece circa 1956. Marked: Pennino |
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Adjusts
to 16", 1" wide |
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SP012 |
SOLD |
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Dangling Lantern Earrings
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These dazzling clip earrings incorporate
large octagon rhinestones to create the glass and glow of the dangling
lanterns. Such a clever use of the stones! See item
SP043 for the brooch. Marked:
Pennino |
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2 by ½" |
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SP052 |
$100 |
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Floral Navette Necklace &
Earrings
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This feminine necklace and clip earring
set has a pretty floral motif, like a daisy chain or garland of
sparkling blossoms. Excellent condition; light aging to the
rhinestones when viewed under magnification. Marked:
Pennino |
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Necklace:
adjusts to 16", ¾" wide; Earrings: ¾" diam. |
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SP050 |
$235 |
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Baguette Tassel Necklace
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Elegant with the look of platinum and
diamonds, this real-look necklace features a tassel-like pendant that
sparkles with baguettes as it hangs from rhinestone studded loops.
The extender allows it to be worn as a choker or longer necklace. Marked:
Pennino |
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Reference:
Judith Miller,
Costume Jewelry,
p. 189
[similar piece] |
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17½",
including 2" extender; 1¾" drop |
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SP053 |
$240 |
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Swirling Silver Leaves & Pearls
Bracelet
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Gracefully flowing
links of lightly textured silvertone and luminous faux pearls make this
bracelet feminine and charming. Quality construction is typical of
Pennino pieces and the condition is exceptional. Marked:
Pennino |
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Reference:
click here for the 1954
ad. |
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7 by ¾" |
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SP039 |
$145 |
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Emerald Circle Earrings
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Simple and elegant, these clip earrings
incorporate emerald green baguettes in the curling design, and the look
is definitely that of fine jewelry. Exceptional condition. Marked:
Pennino |
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⅞ by ¾" |
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SP049 |
$96 |
Amethyst Floral Necklace & Earrings
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A gorgeous necklace and clip earring set
with the look of fine jewelry - diamonds and amethysts. The
daisy-like floral elements are connected with graceful swirls; rhodium
plated settings look like platinum. Marked:
Pennino |
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Necklace:
adjusts to 16½", ¾" wide; Earrings: 1⅛ by ¾" |
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SP046 |
$325 |
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Dazzling Daisy Earrings
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These charming clip earrings look like
dazzling daisies with oval rhinestone petals and raised centers.
They're a great example of the real-look without being overly flashy. Marked:
Pennino |
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1" diam. |
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SP054 |
$95 |
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Delicate Floral Vine Parure
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Swirls or vines interlink the sparkling
flowers in this graceful choker, bracelet and clip earring set.
They look like some sort of wildflower with teardrop rhinestones as
petals. Marked:
Pennino |
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Necklace:
15" by ¾"; Bracelet: 7 by ¾"; Earrings: 1¼ by ¾" |
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SP051 |
$325 |
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Baguette Loops Choker
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Curving and dimensional links are set with baguette rhinestones in this
stellar necklace. Even the rhinestone chain is filled with
baguettes in this "real look" piece. Note: a few of the
stones in the chain show some aging under magnification. Marked:
Pennino |
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14½" long, 1" wide |
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SP036 |
$235 |
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Heart-shaped Leaf Parure
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Delicate heart shaped leaves entwine about these pieces and are pavéd
with glittering rhinestones. The settings are rhodium plated and
earrings are clip style. Marked: Pennino |
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Necklace: adjusts to 16"; Bracelet: 7¼ by ½"; Earrings: 1 by
⅝" |
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SP024 |
$275 |
White Berry Parure
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Nestled among lush golden leaves, these cool white melon shaped stones
provide a wonderful contrast. The glared image doesn't do justice
to this lovely set. Earrings are clip style. Nicely sized,
hefty construction and in exceptional condition. Marked: Pennino |
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Necklace: adjusts to 17"; Bracelet: 7 by 1⅛"; Earrings: 1½ by 1" |
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SP025 |
$285 |
Festive
Streamer Earrings
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Resembling
a knotted ribbon with dangling streamers, these clip earrings are
party perfect. Slight aging to the stones, but still dazzling
and full of movement. Rhodium plated setting.
Marked: Pennino |
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3" long, ¾"
wide |
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SP013 |
$140 |
White
Tulip Bracelet
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Whimsical
open-work fan shapes flank the darling white tulip or melon cabochons in this
fun and dimensional link bracelet. This
piece is gold plated with slight wear to the finish. Fold-over
clasp and safety chain. Marked: Pennino |
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Reference:
click here for the 1954
ad. |
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7½"
long, 1" wide |
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SP011 |
$130 |
Floral
Fantasy Necklace
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Intricate design of
all clear stones has flowers made of pears and baguettes with additional pear stones
between and round stones everywhere. Beautifully constructed. Slight
cloudiness to some of the pears, reflected in the price. Rhodium setting. Looks better in person! Marked:
Pennino |
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15½" long, 1"
at widest point |
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SP003 |
$185 |
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