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part distinguished by the company’s debut of a Haskell numbered, limited edition “Retro Line” (1980 onward).

Two things have set genuine Haskell designs apart: collector’s value and continued impact on contemporary jewelry design. Identifying a true Haskell has become no less than art, with countless tips abounding for

ensuring authenticity: hooks, lobster claws, signage, stamping, bead shapes, thread fibers, gold filigrees, and evolving construction. Values continue to escalate depending on rarity and condition. The ingenuity, intricacy of craftsmanship, and composition, although to some extent indicative of respective eras, nevertheless deem the jewelry ageless and timeless.

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Modern

(left) Miriam Haskell Bead and Crystal Floral Motif Necklace. Circa 1958, Robert Clark. Photo provided by Cynthia J. Alcott.

(left) ANTHROpologie Gem Bouquet Bib. Necklace. Photo credit by ANTHROpologie. Photo permissions by Brittany Masset.

Vintage

(left) Miriam Haskell Speckled Art Glass Bead Pendant. 1940s, Hess. Photo by eBay seller Go4Toys.

Modern

(left) ANTHROpologie Cochineal Trove Pendant. Photo credit by ANTHROpologie. Photo pdermissions by Brittany Masset.

(left) Miriam Haskell Huge Bib Necklace. 1960s, Robert Clark. Photo eBay seller Glitz 4 U.

Vintage

Modern

(left) Tom Binns Neon Gold Necklace of Rhodium-plated Swarovski crystals and resin. Photo permissions by Ali Galgano/Charm & Chain.

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