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Bling & Things
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Antiques & Collecting Magazine
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June 1, 2008
- Author:
- Klein, Susan Maxine
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Copyright informationCopyright Lightner Publishing Corporation Jun 2008. Provided by ProQuest LLC. (Hide copyright information)
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This is a column dedicated to fashion jewelry & accessories. From the history to the mystery, to the how-to repair-we will examine all things faux in the world of bling and even the fakes of the faux. If you're wondering whether your great aunt left you treasure or trash, this is the forum for you.
Did you Know?
That the jewelry industry in the U.S. had an important role in the winning of WWII? The jeweliy making machinery was well suited for conversion to making precision parts for the war effort. While some companies produced military insignia and emblems, others produced actual weapons hardware. Trifari, in fact, did both. Trifari not only manufactured Royal Air Force emblems, but ...