The history of the Rapphel Jewelers brand began in 1942, founded by Abraham L. Rappaport (1897 – 1979). The company’s main office and store were located at 47 West 57th Street, Manhattan, N. Y. C. The brand name Rapphel consists of the first four letters of the founder’s surname and three letters of Helen, his wife’s name.

Helen and Abraham’s youngest son, Arnold Rappaport (1922-2005), joined the family business after serving in the Army, in 1945. Using solid 14-karat white or yellow gold, sterling silver, genuine pearls and selected zircons of about 3 carats, Rapphel made really beautiful jewelry.

Abraham Rappaport’s firm handcrafted wedding rings, necklaces, brooches and earrings and operated under trademarks “Rapphel Jewelers” and “Gems that excel Zircons by Rapphel”. A guarantee certificate accompanied every pearl necklace by Rapphel. Rapphel was pure glamour hand-made in the modern tempo of that day jewels.

According to official records, the company ceased to exist in 1956. Incidentally, Vogue magazine regularly published advertisements for Rapphel jewelry from 1946 to 1950s.

82-year-old Abraham L. Rappaport died in an accident after slipping and falling down the stairs of his new home.

Symbolism of Zircon

Zircon is a very powerful stone, often called the diamond’s younger brother due to its similar dazzling brilliance. Zircon, like diamond, ranks highly in energy. According to belief, zircon helps its owner find harmony, dispel sadness, and become optimistic.

Called the stone of preachers and teachers, zircon has beneficial effect on mental abilities and memory. It also awakens the desire to acquire new knowledge and develops intuition. Zircon can imbue its owner with power, making it a good choice for leaders and those who lead others.

Rapphel Jewelers in Vogue ads