An Example On Dating Marcel Boucher Based On The Numbering System Used
The pin I am going to use in this example was one I had originally dated 1950’s. However once looking at the Boucher numbering system, it is actually 1940’s – 1946 to be exact. It has BOUCHER without a copyright symbol, and the number 2432, as well as Patent Pending stamped on the back.
It really showed a great deal of vision on the part of Boucher, to create such a numbering system, as he must have known the jewelry he created would outlive him, and could possibly be around for hundreds of years if properly cared for.
The following pin is in excellent condition, which is always a good thing. Marcel Boucher created some of the most sought after and collectible costume jewelry in existence.
This is the link to the pin I am referring to on the Quiet West website, and the numbering system, which enables me to give a more precise date on the pin.
- 1945: 2300-2350
- 1946: 2351-2450
- 1947: 2451-2550
- 1948: 2551-2750
- 1949: 2751-3000
- 1950: 3001-3500
- 1951: 3501-4500
- After 1955, marks had the copyright © symbol
- 1960: 7802
- 1962: 8291
Thanks to the website where this information was found. The following is a link to the website and more information on Marcel Boucher jewelry.
https://howtobuyvintagejewelry.com/vintage-marcel-boucher-jewelry-guide