PAUL LACKRITZ: A RETRO DIAMOND AND RUBY BROOCH, CIRCA 1945-5...

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€3,500 - €4,500

PAUL LACKRITZ: A RETRO DIAMOND AND RUBY BROOCH, CIRCA 1945-50

Of ribbon and scrolled design, set with brilliant-cut diamonds and calibré-cut (possibly) synthetic rubies, mounted in 14K gold and platinum , diamonds approximately 4.00cts total, signed Lackritz, length 5.8cm

Synthetic rubies and sapphires date back from the mid 19th century. Post WWII, precious stones were scarce and synthetic rubies and sapphires were often used. It is considered acceptable for retro pieces for such reasons.



Paul N. Lackritz, a distinguished name in American jewellery, opened his first store on Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, in 1898. Lackritz was born in Russia in 1872, and immigrated to the U.S. in 1892, where he quickly established himself as a skilled jeweller. His expertise in craftsmanship and design extended beyond gold and platinum jewellery to include silver serving pieces, watches, and eyewear, with his signature style blending influences from the Arts and Crafts, Art Deco, Retro Deco, and Mid-Century Modern movements.

Pieces from Lackritz’s broad oeuvre are highly sought after, celebrated for their exceptional craftsmanship and unique design. After his passing in 1941, his son Harry continued to run the business until its close in the early 1950s.



Paul N. Lackritz, a distinguished name in American jewellery, opened his first store on Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, in 1898. Lackritz was born in Russia in 1872, and immigrated to the U.S. in 1892, where he quickly established himself as a skilled jeweller. His expertise in craftsmanship and design extended beyond gold and platinum jewellery to include silver serving pieces, watches, and eyewear, with his signature style blending influences from the Arts and Crafts, Art Deco, Retro Deco, and Mid-Century Modern movements.

Pieces from Lackritz’s broad oeuvre are highly sought after, celebrated for their exceptional craftsmanship and unique design. After his passing in 1941, his son Harry continued to run the business until its close in the early 1950s.