Preliminary identification
Photo reference
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Overview
A vintage sterling silver demi-parure featuring finely detailed dimensional cabbage roses accented with glittering marcasite stones. The suite includes a lavalier necklace with an articulated floral drop, a matching link bracelet, and screw-back dangle earrings stamped 'THEDA STERLING'.
Story
Founded in 1921 in Providence, Ideal Manufacturing Co. created 'Theda' jewelry to bring romantic, diamond-like Victorian glamour to fashionable American women during the silver boom.
Maker / Origin
The 'Theda' brand was registered in the 1920s by the Ideal Manufacturing Company of Providence, Rhode Island, a legendary center of American jewelry production. The line was renowned for high-quality sterling silver pieces heavily influenced by Edwardian and Art Deco filigree and floral motifs.
Condition & Value
Very good vintage condition overall with screw-back earring mechanisms intact and crisp stamps. A few marcasite stones may show age-appropriate darkening or need inspection for secure seating; intact complete sets command a premium over broken suites.
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Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.