{"title":"Elizabeth Prior","description":"\u003cp\u003eAbout the designer courtesy of her website: The first jewelry I remember making was with twist ties that came with sandwich bags before they were the fold over type. I stripped the paper off the wires and replaced it with little sleeves made from paper that I had colored, to my specifications, with either crayons or colored pencils and cellophane tape. I stored the wires and their interchangeable covers in a matchbox that I’m certain I lined and covered in some fashion, though I don’t remember exactly how. I was not, at the time, allowed to wear earrings and I did not have pierced ears so I just squeezed these make-shift hoops onto my ear lobes while riding the bus to school, selecting the paper sleeves to cover the wires that matched whatever outfit I was wearing to fourth grade that day. It wasn't about having earrings to wear. It was the making that I loved. Experience: Designer \/ Jeweler \/ Metalsmith, Portland, ME, 1987-present. Professional craftsperson, designing, producing and marketing original work through juried national wholesale \/ retail events, local and online markets. Fore River Gallery, Portland, ME 2012 - present. Partner in four-person co-op gallery.9 Hands Gallery, Portland, ME, 2007-2012. Founder and Partner of 3–5-person co-op gallery, noted in local press for unique business plan and administrative practices. Instructor, Portland, ME, 1987-present. Teaching individuals and classes in my studio, at Maine College of Art, Portland Pottery, Haystack Mountain School, Phoenix Glass Studio, and Metal Kitchen, NYC Manager, Charlotte's, NYC, 1984-1987, a premier catering and event planning company Assistant Manager, Handcrafters Gallery, Portland, ME 1982-1984, (presently Abacus) Education: BFA, Maine College of Art, Portland, ME, 1982, Jewelry \/ Metals, Dean's list, recipient of Doris Dean Scholarship and Eudolia Gross Award for Outstanding Achievement and Contribution of Self. Penland School of Crafts, Penland, NC, 1978-1980, Eight-week Concentration in Metals, three summer sessions in Sculpture University of Maine, Orono, ME, 1974-1978, art major, liberal arts studies Continuing Education: Haystack Mountain School of Crafts, Deer Isle, ME, 1987 \u0026amp; 2004. Three-week session in metals and two-week session in lampworking. Weekend workshops in metals and fibers. Parsons School of Design, New York, NY, 1983. Jewelry Rendering and Illustration Publications: Editorial Coverage in the following periodicals: Jewelers Circular Keystone, Metalsmith, Cigar Aficionado, Glamour, Ornament, Bead and Button, Maine Boats, Homes \u0026amp; Harbors.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"designer-elizabeth-prior-sterling-14k-gold-semi-precious-stones-brooch-1990s","title":"Designer Elizabeth Prior Sterling 14k Gold Semi-Precious Stones Brooch 1990s","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDesigner Signed Elizabeth Prior Sterling \u0026amp; 14k Gold w\/ Semi-Precious Stones Brooch 1990s\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e             \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements: 1.75\"L x 1.25\"H (4.45cm x 3.18cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarkings: EP 925 585 P\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 7.7g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePositively stunning modernist artisan made designer brooch. Brooch is styled in a fan shape with a smooth trim around the edges and a lightly textured face. Face is adorned with different shaped and sized bezel set Blue Topaz, Amethyst, Blue Sapphire stones and pearls. The outer side of each bezel is 14K yellow gold (most likely plated) Back has a smooth high gloss finish. It has been professionally polished and looks almost new. Included with purchase are 2 converters so it can be worn as a pendant either vertically or horizontally. \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(60, 138, 78);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elizabeth Prior","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40292905648292,"sku":"75-20180101","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0398\/2727\/5940\/files\/elizabeth-prior-jewelry-designer-elizabeth-prior-sterling-14k-gold-semi-precious-stones-brooch-1990s-40633167249623.jpg?v=1715474095"},{"product_id":"designer-signed-ep-artisan-two-tone-sterling-stone-drop-dangle-earrings","title":"Designer Signed EP Artisan Two Tone Sterling \u0026 Stone Drop Dangle Earrings","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDesigner Signed Elizabeth Prior Artisan Two Tone Sterling Silver \u0026amp; Stone Drop Dangle Earrings\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements: 1.5\"L x .6\"W (3.81cm x 1.52cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarkings: Hand marked 925 EP\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 9.5g\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeautiful sterling silver and polished pear cut cabochon stone drop dangle earrings. I believe the stones are either Jasper or a Larimar variety. They are in excellent like new condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elizabeth Prior","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42738913738967,"sku":"14-20211022-2","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0398\/2727\/5940\/products\/designer-earrings-jewelry-vintage-sterling-designer-earrings-37056500465879.jpg?v=1668273436"},{"product_id":"elizabeth-prior-sterling-14k-moonstone-amethyst-peridot-modernist-necklace","title":"Elizabeth Prior Sterling 14k Moonstone Amethyst Peridot Modernist Necklace","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eArtisan Elizabeth Prior Sterling Silver 14k Yellow Gold Moonstone Amethyst Peridot Modernist Pendant Necklace\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements: Pendant: 1.75\"L x .4\"W x .25\"Thick (4.45cm x 1.02cm x .64cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChain: 16\"L + 2\"L Extension (40.64cm + 5.08cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarkings: 925 EP 14k\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 8.2g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStunning sterling silver modernist 3 part hinged pendant featuring 14k yellow gold in an abstract pattern partial covering the face of the pendant from top to bottom. Additionally it's adorned with raised bezel set Peridot and Amethyst gemstones on the middle section and a raised bezel set Moonstone on the bottom section. Pendant has been professionally polished and looks phenomenal. Rare and fantastic statement piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eMannequin is a life-size torso representation\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(60, 138, 78);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Elizabeth Prior","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45248510460119,"sku":"33-20240531","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0398\/2727\/5940\/files\/elizabeth-prior-jewelry-elizabeth-prior-sterling-moonstone-amethyst-peridot-modernist-pendant-necklace-40905590997207.jpg?v=1718325490"},{"product_id":"superb-elizabeth-prior-sterling-14k-citrine-quartz-modernist-runway-necklace","title":"Superb Elizabeth Prior Sterling 14k Citrine Quartz Modernist Runway Necklace","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eSuperb Designer Elizabeth Prior Sterling Silver - Citrine - Smoky Quartz Modernist Runway Necklace with 14k Gold Accents\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements: 18.5\"L x .5\"W (46.99cm x 1.27cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarkings: EP 925\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeighs: 34.6g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother stunning example of Elizabeth Prior's craftsmanship and talent. This necklace features multiple sterling silver panels adorned with 14k yellow gold with alternating links that have bezel set gray pearls, yellow citrine and smoky quartz. It has a toggle closure with 3 ring closures for easy adjustment of fit. Necklace is in excellent condition with little to no wear.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eMannequin is a life-size torso representation\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(60, 138, 78);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Elizabeth Prior","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45363878723799,"sku":"20-20240624-2","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0398\/2727\/5940\/files\/elizabeth-prior-jewelry-superb-elizabeth-prior-sterling-14k-citrine-quartz-modernist-runway-necklace-41128402125015.jpg?v=1726314421"},{"product_id":"designer-elizabeth-prior-sterling-amethyst-modernist-pendant-necklace-1990s","title":"Designer Elizabeth Prior Sterling +Amethyst Modernist Pendant Necklace 1990s","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDesigner Elizabeth Prior Sterling 14k Gold +Amethyst Modernist Convertible Brooch Pendant Necklace 1990s\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e             \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements: 1.9\"L x .6\"W x .25\"Thick (4.83cm x 1.52cm x .64cm) Chain: 18\"L (45.72cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarkings: EP 925\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 9g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePositively stunning modernist artisan made designer convertible brooch pendant. Styled in a squiggle shape with a lightly textured silver face. Face is adorned with 3 yellow gold stripes that follow the curve of the pendant and have tiny bulbs at the end. Lastly there is a bezel set Amethyst in an oval shape sterling silver setting that is trimmed in 14k yellow gold. Back has a smooth semi gloss finish and in addition to the fixed bale, it also has a pinback so it can be worn as a brooch as well. I've paired it with an 18\"L sterling silver Italian chain. Everything is in mint condition with little to no wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eMannequin is a life-size torso representation\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(60, 138, 78);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"Elizabeth Prior","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45733582962903,"sku":"31-20241006","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0398\/2727\/5940\/files\/elizabeth-prior-jewelry-designer-elizabeth-prior-sterling-amethyst-modernist-pendant-necklace-1990s-41905692082391.jpg?v=1729308893"},{"product_id":"designer-elizabeth-prior-sterling-14k-blue-topaz-modernist-brooch-circa-1990s","title":"Designer Elizabeth Prior Sterling 14K Blue Topaz Modernist Brooch Circa 1990s","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDesigner Elizabeth Prior Sterling Silver -14k Gold - Blue Topaz Modernist Brooch Circa 1990s\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e             \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements: 1.75\"L x .9\"W x .4\"Thick (4.45cm x 2.28cm x 1.02cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarkings: EP 925 14k\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 7.5g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePositively stunning modernist artisan made designer brooch by the iconic Elizabeth Pryor. Styled in a rectangular shape that is slightly arched, with a half glossy\/half matte sterling silver face. Face is adorned with a yellow gold wide abstract line down the middle, resembling a river. Lastly there is a Blue Topaz that is trimmed in 14k yellow gold. Back has a glossy finish. It has recently been professionally polished and looks phenomenal. Please excuse the lines or reflections, as it's extremely shiny and hard to photograph. Included is a converter so it can be worn as a pendant if preferred.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eMannequin is a life-size torso representation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elizabeth Prior","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46295037935831,"sku":"35-20250428","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0398\/2727\/5940\/files\/elizabeth-prior-jewelry-elizabeth-prior-sterling-14k-blue-topaz-modernist-brooch-1990s-1184702730.jpg?v=1755298510"}],"url":"https:\/\/trendy-mcm-home.myshopify.com\/en-fr\/collections\/elizabeth-prior.oembed","provider":"Trendy Modern Home","version":"1.0","type":"link"}