KJL Hammered Gold Opal Cabochon Drop Brooch, Circa 2000s, 37.6g
By KJL
Located in New York, NY
Collectible KJL Hammered Gold With Opal Cabochon Drop Brooch Circa 2000s.
Mixed Metal
KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Gold Filigree, Green Cabochon and Crystal Pin Brooch
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
A stylish pin by Kenneth Jay Lane featuring prong-set green and pink cabochons, accented with clear crystals and set in a decorative filigree goldtone setting. Hallmarks: Kenneth Lane
Crystal, Gold Plate
KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Multi-colored Cabochon Glass Statement Necklace
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in New York, NY
This bold bib necklace features an elaborate composition of richly colored cabochon stones in sapphire blue, ruby red, and emerald green tones, arranged in a rhythmic, symmetrical de...
Metal
$304Sale Price|20% Off
Kenneth Jay Lane KJL Multicolor Jelly Cabochon Gold Bezel Link Necklace
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
A stylish Kenneth Jay Lane necklace, featuring opaque green, red, and blue cabochons set in open-back gold-plated bezels. 43.5 cm Length + 7 cm extension chain Hallmarks: KJL, China
Gold Plate
Kenneth Jay Lane KJL Gold Gripoix Emerald Sapphire Ruby Cabochons Statement Set
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Wokingham, England
Kenneth Jay Lane KJL Avon Vintage Gripoix Cabochons Emerald Sapphire Ruby Amethyst Green Navy Blue Red Purple Jewellery Gift 2 Set Chunky Statement Y Necklace Earrings, Gold Tone Ve...
Gold Plate
KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Cabochon Crystal and Black Enamel Salamander in Gold
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
A whimsical salamander/lizard/gecko brooch by Kenneth Jay Lane. Painted black enamel body, adorned with coral-colored cabochons and sparkling clear and red crystals. Set on vibrant 2...
Crystal, 22k Gold, Gold Plate
KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Pegasus Brooch, Pin in Gold Black and Gray
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
A bold and stylish pegasus pin by Kenneth Jay Lane! Features a painted dark gray horse with golden wings, accented with pave crystals and a centerpiece black cabochon. Hallmarks: Ke...
Crystal, Gold Plate
$448Sale Price|20% Off
KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Crystal Maltese Cross, White Enamel Hinged Cuff Bracelet
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
A bracelet by Kenneth Jay Lane. Painted white enamel, with a stylized maltese cross motif in gold. The centerpiece features a single teal-green resin cabochon, surrounded by clear cr...
Crystal, Gold Plate
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H 1.13 in W 1.13 in D 0.5 in Dm 1.13 in L 1.13 in
Vintage Kenneth Lane KJL Cabochon Faux-Onyx Rhinestone & Enamel Earrings
By Kenneth Lane
Located in Easton, PA
1980s Deco style goldtone cabochon faux-onyx rhinestone and clear rhinestones with black enamel clip back earrings. Marked "Kenneth Lane." Measure: 1.13 inches W. Condition: Very Goo...
Gold Plate
KJL Blue Earrings
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Toronto, ON
Huge KJL earrings with blue cabochons and clear crystals set in gold toned metal.
1980s KJL Faux Emerald Cabochon Clip Earrings
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Fabulous 1980s oval KJL faux emerald cabochon clip on style earrings.
Kenneth Jay Lane KJL Gripoix Emerald Sapphire Ruby Amethyst Cabochons Avon Set
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Wokingham, England
Kenneth Jay Lane KJL Avon Vintage Gripoix Cabochons Emerald Sapphire Ruby Amethyst Green Navy Blue Red Purple Jewellery Gift 2 Set Chunky Statement Y Necklace Earrings, Gold Tone Ve...
Gold Plate
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W 0.69 in L 2.56 in
Kenneth Jay Lane KJL Multicolor Jelly Cabochon Gold Bezel Drop Dangle Earrings
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
Stylish Kenneth Jay Lane earrings, featuring opaque green, red, and blue cabochons set in open-back gold-plated bezels. Hallmarks: KJL, China
Gold Plate
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W 0.69 in L 2.56 in
Kenneth Jay Lane KJL Multicolor Jelly Cabochon Gold Bezel Drop Dangle Earrings
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
Stylish Kenneth Jay Lane earrings, featuring opaque green, red, and blue cabochons set in open-back gold-plated bezels. Hallmarks: KJL, China
Gold Plate
Kenneth Jay Lane KJL Avon Gripoix Cabochons Emerald Sapphire Ruby Amethyst Set
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Wokingham, England
Kenneth Jay Lane KJL Avon Vintage Gripoix Cabochons Emerald Sapphire Ruby Amethyst Set Chunky Y Necklace Earrings, Gold Tone Very good condition.
Gold Plate
Kenneth Jay Lane KJL Avon Gripoix Cabochons Emerald Sapphire Ruby Amethyst Set
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Wokingham, England
Kenneth Jay Lane KJL Avon Vintage Gripoix Cabochons Emerald Sapphire Ruby Amethyst Set Chunky Y Necklace Earrings, Gold Tone Very good condition.
Gold Plate
Kenneth Jay Lane KJL Avon Gripoix Cabochons Emerald Sapphire Ruby Amethyst Set
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Wokingham, England
Kenneth Jay Lane KJL Avon Vintage Gripoix Cabochons Emerald Sapphire Ruby Amethyst Green Navy Blue Red Purple Jewellery Gift 2 Set Chunky Statement Y Necklace Earrings, Gold Tone Ve...
Gold Plate
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H 3.43 in W 3.43 in
KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Pave Crystal Turquoise Coral Cabochon Pin Brooch Pendant
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
Pavé crystals and black, coral, & turquoise cabochons decorate this regal looking golden pin brooch. This beautiful piece can also be worn as a pendant. Hallmarks: Kenneth Lane, Mad...
Crystal
Kenneth Jay Lane Gold Marbled Amber Cabochon and Crystal Cocktail Ring, KJL
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
Stylish and bold cocktail ring by Kenneth Jay Lane. An elevated marbled, amber-colored cabochon is accented with clear crystals and set on a gold-plated band. Adjustable size US 4.5...
Crystal, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold
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W 2.17 in D 3.15 in L 24.41 in
KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Art Deco Cabochon & Crystal Pendant Necklace on Gold Chain
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
A luxurious pendant necklace from Kenneth Jay Lane's art deco line. A bold 2-piece art deco motif hangs off a thick goldtone chain, featuring faux lapis lazuli, emerald, ruby, and co...
Crystal, Gold Plate
KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Pegasus Brooch, Pin in Gold Black and Gray
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
A bold and stylish pegasus pin by Kenneth Jay Lane! Features a painted dark gray horse with golden wings, accented with pave crystals and a centerpiece black cabochon. Hallmarks: Ke...
Crystal, Gold Plate
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H 1.86 in W 2.13 in
KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Jeweled Maltese Cross White Enamel Cuff Bracelet in Gold
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
A bold maltese cross motif is accented with colorful crystals and a vibrant centerpiece red cabochon. Hallmarks: KJL Inner circumference: 15 cm Inner diameter at widest part: 5.4 cm
Crystal
Kenneth Jay Lane KJL Avon Gripoix Cabochons Necklace
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Flushing, NY
Kenneth Jay Lane KJL Avon Gripoix Cabochons Necklace Marked: K.J.L For Avon Approximate Dimensions: 49 cm (Length) 4 cm (Width) 4.3 x 3.6 cm (Pendant) 166.6 grams in weight.
KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Green Cabochon White Cuff Bracelet
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
White enamel and 22KT gold plated. Green resin cabochon centerpiece accented with faux emerald, lapis lazuli, and clear crystals. ...
Crystal, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold
KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Ruby Cabochon White Cuff Bracelet
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
White enamel and 22KT gold plated. Ruby resin cabochon centerpiece accented with faux emerald, lapis lazuli, and clear crystals. ...
Crystal, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold
KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Ruby Cabochon Black Cuff Bracelet
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
Black enamel and 22KT gold plated. Ruby resin cabochon centerpiece accented with faux emerald, lapis lazuli, and clear crystals. ...
Crystal, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold
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W 1.26 in L 2.45 in
KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Poseidon Crystal and Turquoise Cabochon Goldtone Brooch Pin
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
Kenneth Jay Lane's fierce Poseidon/Neptune brooch, featuring a crystal-encrusted, gold-tone Poseidon wearing a crown and holding a trident and faux-turquoise cabochon shield. Hallma...
Crystal
KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Crystal Turquoise and Coral Cabochon Pin Brooch
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
Clear crystals and coral & turquoise cabochons decorate this regal looking golden pin brooch by Kenneth Jay Lane. Hallmarks: Kenneth Lane
Crystal
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H 2.96 in W 2.96 in D 0.3 in
KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Turquoise Cabochon & Olive Crystal Starfish Pin, Brooch
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
A nautical-themed starfish brooch/pin decorated with pave turquoise cabochons and a centerpiece olive crystal. Gold plated metal setting. Hallmarks: Kenneth © Lane
Crystal, Gold Plate
KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Crystal Gold Snake Pin with Coral Cabochons
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
A majestic golden rattlesnake accented with coral-colored cabochons. Pin brooch by Kenneth Jay Lane. Gold-plated. Tags, Marks, Hallmarks: Kenneth © Lane, Made in USA
Gold Plate
1980s Kenneth Jay Lane KJL Faux Lapis Cabochon Gilded Statement Necklace, Signed
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in McKinney, TX
- 30" length - Gold plated - This item has a nice heft to it - Bezel set faux lapis cabochons - Hidden box clasp closure - Signed KJL near clasp - By Kenneth Jay Lane - Circa 1980s -...
KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Embellished Coral Cabochon Frog Pin Brooch in Gold
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
Whimsical Kenneth Jay Lane frog brooch, featuring a faux coral cabochon accented with clear and green crystals. Gold plated. Hallmarks: Kenneth Lane
Crystal, Gold Plate
Kenneth Jay Lane KJL Emerald Cabochon Clear Crystal Dangling Clip On Earrings
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
Stylish dangling clip on earrings by Kenneth Jay Lane. Each earring features opaque green cabochons accented with clear crystals. All set in gold-plated metal. Hallmarks: Kenneth Lane
Gold Plate
KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Pave Cabochon & Crystal Turtle Brooch Pin in Gold
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
A whimsical turtle decorated with pave resin cabochons in coral and turquoise colors, as well as clear crystals. Set in gold plated metal. By Kenneth Jay Lane. Hallmarks: Kenneth © ...
Crystal, Gold Plate
KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Crystal Faux Pearl & Cabochon Unicorn Animal Motif Bracelet
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
Whimsical critter motif cuff bracelet by Kenneth Jay Lane. Features pave crystal unicorn, insect, starfish, spider, and frog motifs. Decorated with clear and red crystals, green enam...
Crystal, 22k Gold, Gold Plate
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H 0.5 in D 5.25 in L 15.5 in
A dynamic topaz cabochon and paste collar, KJL (Kenneth Jay Lane), 1960s
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
This is the most wonderful Kenneth Jay Lane collar from the height of his creative strengths in the 1960s. It is a huge statement piece! Made of clear paste and topaz cabuchons (both...
Base Metal
The father of so-called “fabulous fakes,” Kenneth Jay Lane was a spirited innovator within the jewelry industry, designing elegant and luxurious pieces without the use of real jewels. And while Lane aspired to create classic designs for earrings, bracelets and necklaces intended for everyday wear, his pieces caught the attention of celebrities, royalty and socialites.
From a young age, the Detroit, Michigan-born Lane was a lover of fashion. He studied at the Rhode Island School of Design and the University of Michigan. He pursued a design career in New York City, and a failed start in the art department of Vogue magazine led to a decade of designing shoes for the likes of Delman and Christian Dior.
Lane would occasionally develop shoe designs for friends he had in the fashion world such as Bill Blass and Arnold Scaasi. A show for the latter afforded him the opportunity to beautify shoes with rhinestones and create bangles and earrings to pair with the footwear — he found plastic bracelets at discount variety store and had them embellished by craftspeople at a shoe factory.
A love for costume jewelry design emerged thereafter. Lane created his own collection and admirers such as Jackie Kennedy and Elizabeth Taylor showered him with praise. A pearl necklace he designed was worn by Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany’s. In the early 1960s, ready-to-wear pioneer Hattie Carnegie purchased Lane’s jewelry line. Lane was given the position of design director for Carnegie but he soon changed course, moving instead into a small studio and pursuing his own path.
Lane worked with milk glass, gilded silver hardware, faux coral and other materials, and sold pendant necklaces, dangle earrings and modern bracelets to private customers. He was fond of renowned fine jewelry houses Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels and designers such as Jean Schlumberger, and cited having found inspiration in Egyptian and Indian jewelry over the years as well as Art Deco jewelry. Lane’s designs, which he called “faque” and “junque,” became well-known for their distinctive color combinations and clever characteristics such as embroidery. By the time he purchased a small jewelry factory in Providence, Rhode Island, where his accessories would be made during the 1960s, Lane had secured relationships with top Manhattan boutiques and his work had caught the attention of fashion magazines.
Directed by the filmmaker Gisèle Roman, a 2018 documentary about Lane’s life and work called Fabulously Fake: The Real Life of Kenneth Jay Lane features interviews with legendary fashion designers Carolina Herrera, Tory Burch and Diane von Furstenberg.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage Kenneth Jay Lane brooches, rings and other accessories.