Collins & Scherrer vintage costume jewelry

Vtg Brooch CS Christmas Candle Poinsettia Rhinestone Holly Pin Collins Scherrer.
Vtg Brooch CS Christmas Candle Poinsettia Rhinestone Holly Pin Collins Scherrer.

The history of Collins & Scherrer dates back to the capital of the United States, Washington. Its founder was Carl E. Scherrer (1906-1987), who was born and raised in this region. In 1932, together with his friend Douglas Collins, he officially registered the Collins & Scherrer trademark.

Snowflake Brooch, Pin & Earring Lot Collins & Scherrer, 87 Hallmark, Etc.
Snowflake Brooch, Pin & Earring Lot Collins & Scherrer, 87 Hallmark, Etc.

The company produced a wide range of jewelry – from inexpensive costume jewelry to luxury jewelry. The design of the products always had a festive theme, mainly associated with Christmas.

Vintage brooch "Horn of Plenty", Metal alloy in gold tone, enamel, rhinestones. 1970s.
Vintage brooch “Horn of Plenty”, Metal alloy in gold tone, enamel, rhinestones. 1970s.

In 1963, production was moved to Silver Spring, where Carl E. Scherrer lived until the end of his life. The brand ceased to exist in 1982, when the founder retired.

Brooch pin
Brooch pin “Angel” gold tone, rhinestones. 1960s.

Collins & Scherrer products, handmade, are valued as rarities and are of interest to collectors. Each creation is marked with the “CS” stamp and the copyright symbol.

Christmas brooch
Christmas brooch “Holly leaves”. Gold metal, enamel, rhinestones. 1970s.