THE GREAT Miriam Haskell Costume jewelry of the stars

So, who was Miriam Haskell? Many people refer to her as if a single woman crafted every piece of jewelry with her name on it. No one really knows how many pieces she actually produced with her own hands, but the consensus among jewelry historians is not much.

Prior interviews with former employees an old-timers in the industry point to Haskell being a businesswoman based in the bustling city of New York first and foremost. And, she did have the good sense to hire a terrific designer to help her grow her company during its early years.

Haskell History through the 1960s

Haskell hired Frank Hess as a