Reja | Emerald City Vintage Costume Jewelry

Amethyst Butterfly Brooch	Like its older sister, this lovely butterfly brooch has a large pear shaped stone for its body, plus jewel tone stones as further adornment. A Reja classic from the 1940s with slight wear to the gold plating in keeping with its age. See SR018 for the larger piece in aqua. Marked: Reja Sterling
	Reference: Brunialtis' American Costume Jewelry, p. 211-213 [similar figural pieces]
	2 by 1½"
	SR139	$225

Aqua Pinecone Brooch

Luminous open-backed aqua stones stud this lovely brooch depicting a pinecone. The branch and needles are gold plated with pavé rhinestones and the back is rhodium plated. Marked: Reja Inc.

2¼ by 2"

SR020

$165

Alexandrite Stone Link Bracelet

Magical best describes the large alexandrite rhinestones in this wonderful link bracelet. Under fluorescent light they appear pale blue. But under incandescent light, they're a delicious lavender! Goldtone setting with minimal wear; ca. 1940s. Marked: Reja

7½ by ¾"

SR061

$165

Rose Opal Swish Brooch	Whether an abstract swish or a streaking comet, this dimensional brooch is special! It features luscious "rose opal" cabochons, pavé rhinestones and a rose gold wash. Note: there is moderate wear to the finish on the high spots. Marked: Reja, Sterling
	Reference: Click here to see the 1946 ad for similar pieces.
	2½ by 1½"
	SR055	$225

Court Jester Brooch	This jolly fellow will keep you smiling all day. Set in profile, you can still see he's laughing merrily as his bejeweled hat and collar twinkle. Ca. 1946. Note: mild wear to the gold plating (less noticeable in person), slight aging to original stones and a repair to the clasp hinge are reflected in the price. Enamel is in great condition. Marked: Reja Sterling
	3¼ by 1 3/8"
	SR182	$365

Amber 1940s Bow Brooch	This beautiful bow brooch is sterling with a rose-gold finish and a lot of character. Cut-outs and pavé rhinestone trim highlight the large central amber rhinestone. A substantially made brooch, the design and construction provide the attribution as a Reja piece. Mild wear to the gold plating on the back. Marked: Sterling
	Ref: Brunialtis', American Costume Jewelry M-Z, p. 24 [duck pieces of similar design]
	2 5/8 by 1"
	SR201	$165

Radiant Aqua Heart Brooch & Earrings	Although unsigned, this delightful set has the style and complex construction of Reja pieces. The stylized domed heart centers have unfoiled, open-backed aqua stones and end in a radiating fringe. Settings incorporate both gold and rhodium plating and the set is in exceptional condition. Earrings are clip style.
	Brooch: 1¾ by 1¾"; Earrings: 1 1/8 by 1"
	SR099	$248

Swirls and Pearls Choker	From the late 1940s, this lovely choker has an airy swirling design, enhanced with rhinestones and large faux pearls. The use of both silvertone and goldtone finishes add to the mystique. Condition is excellent. Note: the chain is goldtone, though it appears more silver in color in the image. Unmarked but with characteristic style and construction of Reja pieces. See item SR011 for a very similar necklace.
	15"; 2" drop
	SR194	$152

Aqua Sprite Brooch	Such a fun and whimsical piece! Reja produced a series of fabulous figurals in the 1940s and this unsigned pixie or sprite fits the style, construction and flavor of these jewelry people. The fanciful hair and eyes sparkle with aqua navette rhinestones in the goldtone setting.
	2 by 1 1/8"
	SR202	$135

Cream Enamel Floral Brooch	Subtle and gentle coloring is the hallmark of this exquisite Reja brooch. The creamy flowers have dusty purple centers with simulated pearls. Leaves are metallic green enamel and the bow echoes the coloring. Setting is goldtone. A rare find! Marked: Reja
	2¾ by 2"
	SR025	$275

Pavé Shell Earrings	Glittering pavé rhinestones adorn these goldtone clip earrings. They're delightfully dimensional with open work throughout the design. Exceptional condition. Marked: Reja
	1 1/8 by ¾"
	SR135	$75

Ruby Arrow Brooch	Luscious large ruby octagon stones adorn the center of this arrow brooch. The setting is sterling with a rose gold plating and pavé rhinestone details. Like many other Reja pieces, this brooch is not marked as such, but is pictured in reference books. Marked: Sterling.
	Reference: Brunialtis' American Costume Jewelry, p. 208.
	2 5/8 by 7/8"
	SR023	$175

Enameled Poppy Fur Clip	Supported by sinuous stems, this lovely flower appears to be a poppy with it's ruffled petals. Enameling inside the petals is cream colored with turquoise enamel at the base and on the stamens. Light wear to the gold finish, but this wonderful piece is in great condition for it's age (1939-1940). Marked: Déja
	2¾ by 1¼"
	SR041	$175

Emerald Art Deco Set

Exhibiting an Art Deco influence, this choker and clip earring set has delightful dimension and simulated invisibly set emeralds. Rhodium plated setting; exceptional condition. Marked: Reja

Necklace: 14", 1¼" drop; Earrings: 1¼" diam.

SR017

$275

Dangling Berry Brooch

Lacy leaves are pavéd with rhinestones in this delicate brooch. The three dimensional berries are also studded with rhinestones and are articulated to swing freely. Rhodium and gold plated. Marked: Reja

2 by 1½"

SR070

$175

Majestic Aqua Butterfly Brooch	Majestic and beautifully constructed, this rare butterfly brooch is one of a series of Reja figural pieces from 1945. This piece shows the lifelike dimension and artistry of Reja jewelry, and it has been restored to it's original splendor. Similar pieces are pictured in the Brunialti's American Costume Jewelry. Marked: Reja Sterling
	Reference: Brunialtis' American Costume Jewelry, p. 211-213 [similar figural pieces]
	2¾ by 2"
	SR018	$260

Domed Mum Brooch & Earrings

Like many Reja pieces, this dazzling set uses large unfoiled rhinestones with pavé accents. Reminiscent of a chrysanthemum, this flower is deeply mounded, with little leaves to soften the bold look. Rhodium plated; clip earrings. Marked: Reja

Brooch: 2¼ by 1¾"; Earrings: 1 by ¾"

SR015

$155

Emerald Green Arrow Brooch	Striking large emerald cut green stones create the center of this lovely arrow brooch. The setting is sterling with a rose gold plating and pavé rhinestone details. Note: one of the green stones is chipped on the corner — not noticeable when worn, but this is reflected in the price. Like many Reja pieces, this brooch is not marked. Marked: Sterling.
	Reference: Brunialtis' American Costume Jewelry, p. 208.
	2 5/8 by 7/8"
	SR019	$165

Lacy Leaf Choker	Intricate and lacy, this lovely necklace depicts open-worked leaves with pavé edges, all intertwined with navettes. Like many Reja pieces, it shows a wonderful execution of floral or natural subject matter. Slight aging to stone is reflected in the price. Marked: Reja
	15", with 2¼" drop
	SR011	$145

Blue & White Enamel Floral Brooch	In exceptional condition, this enamel floral brooch is a treasure. It dates back to the late 1930s before the company changed the name from Deja to Reja. The flowers with their pavé centers are so feminine. Marked: Déja
	3½ by 2"
	SR021	$185

Pinecone Brooch	Glittering pavé stones in the overall shape of a pinecone are overlaid with a golden branch and pinecones. A wonderful piece with rhodium plated back. Excellent condition. Marked: Reja
	Reference: Leshner, Vintage Jewelry 1920-1940s, p. 52
	2 by 1½"
	SR009	$125

Reja Amethyst Torch Brooch	Although unmarked, this stunning torch brooch is easily recognized as one of the sterling , rose-gold plated Reja pieces from 1945-46. The series incorporated large unfoiled stones reportedly made especially for Reja. This beauty is reminiscent of the Olympic torch. Marked: Sterling
	Reference: Brunialtis' American Costume Jewelry, p. 211-213 [similar figural pieces]
	3¾ by 7/8"
	SR144	$265

Faux Moonstone Fur Clip	From the 1940s, this lovely fur clip (or pin-clip) is very stylish and almost dainty. It resembles a scrolling ribbon with pierced work cut outs, simulated moonstones and rhinestone accents. The gold plating is in great condition. Marked: Reja Sterling
	1 3/8" by 1 3/8"
	SR0093	$145

Emerald Shell Set	Rarely encountered, this brooch and earring set is the lacy shell design with glowing emerald green cabochons and pavé stones. Exceptional condition. Marked: Reja, Sterling
	Reference: Click here to see the 1946 ad for this design in "rose opal" cabs.
	Brooch: 2¼ by 1¾"; Earrings: 1¼ by 1"
	SR022	$345

Curling Leaf Brooch

Alluring and fluid, this rhodium plated brooch has large unfoiled, open backed stones and pavé accents. What a perfect example of Reja quality and design. Marked: Reja Inc.

2½ by 1¼"

SR014

$125

Deja Green Enamel Floral Brooch	Luscious light green enameling and a pavé center give this brooch the joy of springtime. Very minor wear to the enamel and a rare find, ca 1939. Marked: Déja
	2¾ by 1¼"
	SR068	$180

Flamboyant Bird Brooch

Lively and dimensional, this bird seems to be dancing rather than flying. Although unsigned, experience and intuition indicate that this is a Reja piece, and a similar signed snail figural is on the market. The setting is rhodium plated with goldtone accents and this beauty also has a pendant loop.

2¾ by 2¼"

SR024

$225

Patriotic Bow Brooch

Dating from the 1940s this lovely bow has a patriotic look with the deep red, dark sapphire and crystal rhinestones. The dimensional quality is hard to depict in an image. Gold plating over sterling. Marked: Reja Sterling

2¾ by 1¾"

SR016

$245

Graceful Flower Bud Parure

Inspired by the beauty of nature, this set features teardrop segments with golden leaflets embracing sparkling pavé stones. They resemble flower buds ready to burst open. Rhodium plated back, superb condition. Marked: Reja

Necklace: 15¼", Bracelet: 7", Earrings: 1¼ by 7/8"

SR006

$260

Bluebird Brooches

Bluebirds or lovebirds? Either way, this pair is adorable! They appear to be one of the earlier sets in a series of bird pieces done by Reja in the early to mid 1940s. Pierced work eyes, slight wear to gold plating as expected from their age. Marked: Reja

Each is 1 5/8 by 5/8"

SR004

$175

Pink/White Enamel Flower Brooch	Delightful early piece from Reja with enameled flowers and leaves in a goldtone setting. This rarer piece dates from the late 1930s. Slight loss of enamel on the flowers. Marked: Deja
	2¾ by 1½"
	SR010	$225

Reja Ornate Leaf Choker

Beautiful golden leaves grace the rhinestone encrusted mounds in this delightful design from this rarely seen maker. Choker segments are rhodium plated, with goldtone leaves and chain. The clasp has been replaced at some point. Marked: Reja

15½" long, 1" wide

SR0003

$145

Green Cat's Eye Set

Glowing green "cat's eye" art glass cabochons make these pieces very striking. Floral petals are goldtone with rhodium pavé pierce work. The brooch has a hook so it may also be worn as a pearl or bead enhancer. Marked: Reja

Brooch: 1 5/8" diam.; Earrings: 1" diam.

SR008

$178

Deja Enamel Flower Fur Clip	Deja, the pre-1941 predecessor of Reja, created some beautiful enamel pieces in the 1930s. This one is a wonderful example and is in excellent condition for the age. Slight enamel loss on lower leaf and slight wear to the gold wash on the back. Double pronged fur clip. A rare and exceptional piece! Marked: Deja
	2½ by 1½"
	SR002	$275