An 18K yellow snake chain necklace terminating in serpent head accented with simulated diamonds, rubies and emerald. Worn by Rita Hayworth in “Down to Earth” (Columbia Pictures, 1947).
A simulated diamond crossover necklace suspending large Art Deco style dress clip brooches. Worn by Mae West in the final musical finale of “The Heat’s On” (Columbia, 1943) and by Judy Garland in “Ziegfeld Follies” (MGM, 1946).
Gold-plated clip-on earrings with simulated diamonds worn by Marilyn Monroe in promotional shots for “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes” in 1953.
Marilyn Monroe wearing the Joseff of Hollywood earrings for a”Gentlemen Prefer Blondes” photo shoot.
A graduated, four strand simulated pearl necklace centering on a gold plated filigree medallion set with simulated aquamarine, emeralds and diamonds with pearl drops. Worn by Bette Davis in “The Virgin Queen” (20th Century Fox, 1955).
An eight panel bracelet featuring simulated sapphires and diamonds with sliding pin closure. Worn by Lucille Ball in “Annabel Takes a Tour” (RKO Radio Pictures, 1938); Bette Davis in a 1930s studio publicity portrait; Ruth Donnelly in “Pillow to Post” (Warner Bros., 1945); and Maureen O’Hara in “Bagdad” (Universal, 1949).
A gold and silver plated cigar box with a horse head relief on the lid, lined on the inside with cigar holders.Used by Clark Gable in “Gone with the Wind” (Selznick International Pictures, 1939).
A multi-strand, tiered necklace with bezel set iridescent stones, and eight simulated amethysts. Worn by Vivien Leigh in “Gone With The Wind” (Selznick International Pictures, 1939).
A group of four silver-plated celestial costume ornaments with simulated diamond star sprays. Worn by Greta Garbo in “Camille” (MGM, 1937). Some of the ornaments were additionally worn by Alice Faye in the film “In Old Chicago” (20th Century Fox, 1938); Lucille Ball in “Du Barry was a Lady” (MGM, 1943); and Mae West in “The Heat’s On” (Columbia Pictures, 1943).
A gold-plated rope belt with central coiled snake accented with simulated emerald. The snake was designed and created by Joseff for “Cleopatra” (20th Century Fox, 1963), but in the final film Elizabeth Taylor wears an alternate version of the design without the simulated emerald.
A gold-plated cuff bracelet worn by Elizabeth Taylor in “Cleopatra” (20th Century Fox, 1963).
A simulated diamond and aquamarine costume ornament in foliate design. Worn by Jean Harlow as a closure for an evening cape in “Libeled Lady” (MGM, 1936).
A gold-plated child’s crown surmounted with repeated fleur de lis symbols. Worn by Shirley Temple in “The Little Princess” (20th Century Fox, 1939).
A snake chain necklace suspending simulated pearl and diamond foliate centerpiece with tremblers. Worn by Ginger Rogers in “Dream Boat” (20th Century Fox, 1952).
A snake chain necklace suspending simulated pearl and diamond foliate centerpiece with tremblers. Hook and eye closure. Pictured on Ginger Rogers in “Dream Boat” (20th Century Fox, 1952).
A faceted jet bead choker on wire with bead and crystal rondelle drops. Worn by Lauren Becall in “Bright Leaf” (Warner Bros., 1950), and Elsa Lanchester in “Frenchie” (Universal International Pictures, 1950).
A group of gold-plated jewelry in Joseff’s signature Russian plating technique. Worn by Bette Davis.
A group of gold-plated jewelry in Joseff’s signature Russian plating technique. Pictured on Bette Davis.
A silver-plated bandeau in antique finish, with simulated diamonds and pearls. Worn by Bette Davis in “The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex” (Warner Bros. 1939); and Barbara Britton in a studio publicity portrait used to promote “The Return of Monte Cristo” (Columbia, 1946).
A silver-plated bandeau in antique finish, with simulated diamonds and pearls. Worn by Bette Davis in “The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex” (Warner Bros. 1939); and Barbara Britton in a studio publicity portrait used to promote “The Return of Monte Cristo” (Columbia, 1946). The bandeau pictured on Davis.