Vintage Rare Kenneth J. Lane Faux Coral & Rhinestone Scallop Sea Shell Brooch – Gold-Tone Statement Piece with Box & Certificate

Add a touch of opulent vintage charm to your collection with this stunning 1990s Kenneth J. Lane (KJL) scallop sea shell brooch. A rare find, this exquisite piece showcases KJL's signature flair for bold and timeless design.

The brooch is expertly crafted in gold tone, designed as a sculptural scallop sea shell. It features faux coral oval cabochons in two rich shades—light and dark coral—set harmoniously against a dazzling array of clear pavé rhinestones. The meticulous detailing makes this brooch a true conversation starter.

With its original box, certificate of authenticity, warranty, and KJL jewelry pouch, this brooch is in exceptional vintage condition, showing no signs of wear—a perfect gift for collectors or admirers of vintage luxury.

This rare scallop sea shell brooch perfectly embodies Kenneth Jay Lane’s artistry and flair for timeless, statement-making designs—cherished by collectors and adored by style icons worldwide.

Dimensions: 3" x 2 ¾"

Perfect for: Fashion-forward individuals seeking bold, statement jewelry with historical and aesthetic value. A unique gift for lovers of vintage glamour or Kenneth J. Lane designs.

Ideal occasions: Elevate your formal attire at gala events, weddings, or cocktail parties. Add a vintage-inspired flair to a business or evening outfit. A dazzling choice for anyone celebrating a love of the sea, summer, or nautical themes.

By purchasing this item, you are contributing to a more sustainable fashion future. All jewelry comes gift packaged in organza bags or gift boxes.  Please note that most of the jewelry photos are taken at 5 to 10X magnification. This shows any blemishes much more magnified than they really are. Please check dimensions as items might look bigger in pictures.

Kenneth Jay Lane (1932-2017), known by collectors as K.J.L. graduated from the Rhode Island School of Design in 1954. He started by designing shoes for Christian Dior, and some of his creations included rhinestones. Lane began experimenting with jewelry as well. His jewelry career took off in 1963 when the Duchess of Windsor raved about his jewelry to reporters. As he became fully immersed in the costume jewelry business, Lane had a number of celebrity customers and he created custom pieces for several of them. Among them were Jackie Kennedy, Elizabeth Taylor and Audrey Hepburn.

He also had a long-running stint on the home shopping channel QVC beginning in the early 1990s and before that many American women were introduced to his jewelry in the Avon catalogs. Lane’s jewelry has also been sold in high-end boutiques and department stores like Neiman Marcus

Lane remained active in his New York showroom and on QVC well into his senior years spending more than five decades in the costume jewelry industry. He died in 2017 at the age of 85.

Jewelry by Kenneth Jay Lane has been produced both in the United States and in other parts of the world. Among the domestic jewelry manufacturers doing work for Lane during his early years was New York-based DeLizza & Elster, the company that made “Juliana” jewelry. Later, Gem-Craft, Inc. based in Cranston, Rhode Island manufactured some of his designs and others were made in Asian factories.