1940s Miriam Haskell Frank Hess Design Beads Bracelet & Clip

Miriam Haskell cranberry glass beads and clear rhinestones coil bracelet and 3-1/3" (8.5cm) dress clip circa 1935. A Frank Hess design for Miriam Haskell, it is unsigned as was typical of this era circa 1930s

Some of the best and most collectible Miriam Haskell jewellery was made in the first decades when Frank Hess was her head designer. Frank Hess was the head designer from about 1926 to 1960 and his talent is unrivaled.

In the early days of Miriam Haskell jewellery, Haskell put no identifying marks on their pieces. As a mater of fact, it was not signed at all until about 1947. Today the early unsigned pieces are recognized from the vintage art work and advertisements and by their wonderful design, hand work and detail.