Mid century muted brushed Gold Tone Ram Brooch in relief, signed JOSEFF, c. dates 1940s Embossed Ram face , 2.25 in. diameter, .75 in. depth. Astrological Ram series c. 1946 ( note: Joseff did not produce jewelry between 1942-1944) ABOUT: JOSEFF OF HOLLYWOOD , d. 1948, is known for crafting costume jewelry for many of the biggest films and movie stars of the 1930s and 1940s, including Shirley Temple in The Little Princess, Vivien Leigh in Gone With the Wind, and Elizabeth Taylor in Cleopatra. Eugene Joseff founded Joseff of Hollywood in 1928 renting his jewelry to Hollywood film studios. He created exquisite pieces with his new invention of semi-matte finish to reduce glare which worked well under Hollywood lighting. All Joseff and Joseff of Hollywood pieces are prized by collectors and made in very limited quantities. Statement brooch, chunky brooch, Rare Hollywood Jewelry, Hollywood regency jewelry accessory, Signed Designer JOSEFF, Luxury vintage designer Eugene JOSEFF, Ram brooch,