Showing posts with label bird of paradise. Show all posts
Showing posts with label bird of paradise. Show all posts

Tuesday, February 9, 2010

Vintage Avon 1975 Bobbin' Robin Pin

Vintage 1975 Avon "Bobbin Robin" pin features spring-mounted orange bird on pink background inside a little white birdcage. One of my all-time favorite Avon pieces for children. Pin measures 1 1/4" wide, 2 1/4" tall, 3/4" depth (including pin). Pin is in good working order as is bird's spring mount.


Vintage Condition: Excellent

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Vintage Avon Bird of Paradise Poison Ring

I am such a fan of Avon's early line of perfume glace jewelry. Avon got a few things right with their clever take on the "poison ring." For instance, the hidden adjustable band that fits up to a size 9. The substantial size makes this piece a standout cocktail ring.

This piece was introduced in 1970 as the "Bird of Paradise" ring. Faux jade stone carving featuring an exotic bird. ornate gold metal base and hinged perfume/glace compact. The perfume in this ring is long gone but the tiny secret compartment can be used for a photo, diary key, or your favorite perfume solid (I like Burt's Bees 'Baby Bee').

1" wide by 1 1/4" tall and approximate 5/8" rise from band. Marked "AVON" on interior locket door.

Vintage Condition: Very Good