A spectacular documented Juliana by DeLizza & Elster jewelry set from the 1960s, featuring a dimensional rhinestone wreath brooch accompanied by its coordinating clip-on earrings.
Verified as Juliana Reference No. 4048, this collectible set showcases the exuberant color, dimensional construction and intricate stonework that have made DeLizza & Elster jewelry so sought after by vintage costume jewelry collectors.
The circular wreath brooch is densely embellished with faceted glass rhinestones in a sophisticated kaleidoscope of olive and peridot greens, vivid pinks, rich purples, dramatic black tones and warm brown/amber shades. Round and marquise/navette stones are individually prong-set into warm gold-tone metal, creating beautiful depth and movement as the light travels across the piece.
The coordinating clip-on earrings repeat the brooch’s distinctive palette. Particularly beautiful are the elongated brown/amber marquise stones, accented by olive green, pink and deeper jewel-toned rhinestones against rich gold-tone settings.
Viewed from the reverse, the pieces reveal the intricate construction and hardware characteristic of vintage DeLizza & Elster jewelry.
Although unsigned—as is typical of Juliana jewelry—this design has been documented and verified as Juliana / DeLizza & Elster Reference No. 4048.
A wonderful opportunity to acquire the complete coordinated set rather than an individual brooch or pair of earrings.
Details
Designer: Juliana by DeLizza & Elster
Reference Number: 4048 — verified/documented design
Era: 1960s, likely early-to-mid decade
Style: Mid-Century rhinestone statement jewelry
Set Includes: Wreath brooch + matching clip-on earrings
Brooch Size: Approx. 2.25” diameter
Earrings: Coordinating dimensional clip-ons
Stones: Faceted glass rhinestones
Colors: Pink, purple, olive/peridot green, black and brown/amber
Stone Shapes: Round and marquise/navette
Metal: Gold-tone metal
Setting: Prong-set
Closure: Brooch pin with clasp; clip-on earrings
Markings: Unsigned
Identification: Documented Juliana Reference #4048
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with vibrant stones, beautiful gold-tone finish and secure hardware.
Collector’s Note
DeLizza & Elster produced Juliana jewelry for a relatively brief but extraordinarily creative period, and surviving coordinated sets have become particularly appealing to collectors.
Reference #4048 is a wonderful example of the company’s fearless approach to color. Rather than following a conventional two- or three-color palette, this design brings together unexpected jewel tones and warm earthy shades in an elaborate dimensional composition.
The complete brooch-and-earring presentation makes this set especially impressive—whether displayed in a collection or worn as authentic 1960s statement jewelry.
