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Beaucraft, Inc., known to numerous as “Beau”, fabricated sterling silver jewelry from 1947 through 2004 from it is Providence, Rhode Island factory. The company was one of the leading manufacturers of fine sterling jewelry for 57 years. They made ordinary mid priced pieces including charms, rings, necklaces, earrings, and brooches. Charms were their best syndication category and there are still thousands of examples available on the market as collector’s items. The company was founded in 1947 by Luigi Russo and Ray Sacciccio, and the business grew quickly as they devised a reputation for design originality and craftsmanship. Beaucraft supplied jewelry to big division stores and independent jewelers alike, and at one time used over 125 humans and 35 outside sales representatives. Some of their most ordinary charm designs include mustard seeds, gumball machines, carousel, and nautical themes. Their figural pieces were a indispensable line of Beaucraft jewelry. Although Beaucraft cultivated a reputation for high quality sterling silver jewelry, the company also fabricated sterling souvenir spoons and novelties, and jewelry crafted of goldplated metal, gold over silver, and 14K gold. During the 1960s their designers started out contrasting brushed and polished silver to develop a new and original look for classic fashion jewelry. In 2004, after 57 years at the helm of Beaucraft, Luigi Russo decisive to retire and much of the remaining inventory was sold at auction to Amsco Ltd. for resale. The company itself was sold to Rembrant Charms, who proceeds to supply independent merchants who sells goods at retail with Beaucraft merchandise, including branded pads and displays. Beau jewelry is distinctively hallmarked “B Ster”, “Beau Sterling”, or “Beaucraft”, making it easy to identify. Most of the collectible charms were crafted in the 1950s and 1960s and because of their high quality may be found in magnificent condition today. Charm accumulators are progressively snapping up old Beau sterling silver charms for the whimsical and distinctive designs, ensuring the Beaucraft brand will be in demand for years to come. |
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