This stylish, high fashion necklace was made in the 1980s by Givenchy.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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The Details...
This gold plated necklace features two strands of chunky spiga chains. At the centre of the chain is a stylised bow design and at the centre of this is a large, round, blue glass cabochon. The necklace fastens with a large toggle clasp. The necklace is signed. The reverse of the clasp features an oval shaped cartouche stamped with 'GIVENCHY' and a copyright symbol. The reverse of the bow features a round cartouche stamped with 'GIVENCHY', the brand logo and 'PARIS NEW YORK'. The length of the necklace is 43cm. This necklace appears to have been unworn and features its original store tag.
A Short History...
1980s style can be effectively explained by the term 'power dressing'. Womenswear was tailored to challenge notions of who was 'boss' and costume jewellery was created to reflect fashion that showed control. Pieces, such as this necklace, were bold and flashy. Adornment in the eighties was a vocabulary for saying 'I'm in charge'.
Wear it With...
Pair this necklace with a minimal black jumpsuit and a single-strap heel for a sophisticated evening look.
The jewellery within the Gemma Redmond Vintage collection has survived to this day because it has been well cared for throughout its lifetime. It is important to continue to care for the jewellery that you buy from us to ensure its continued preservation. Here are some suggestions:
- Be sure to store your jewellery within the boxes that we provide to ensure that it is protected. This is especially important when travelling with your pieces.
- Try not to get perfume or hairspray on your items. These liquids can damage the materials that our jewellery is made from.
- Try not to drop your jewellery or catch your jewellery against hard surfaces. If this happens over time, the findings and fixings can loosen and wear.
- Try not to get your jewellery wet. Some costume jewellery manufacturers utilised water soluble glue in the making of their pieces. Getting your jewellery wet could cause rhinestones and other details to fall away over time.
- If you wish to clean your jewellery, use a soft polishing cloth or a soft brush.
This wonderful example of early plastic jewellery is in fabulous condition.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This beautiful pendant necklace is a wonderful and rare example of Art Nouveau carved horn jewellery. It is unsigned.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This necklace exudes beautiful quality and design. It was created in the 1950s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This lovely and wearable example of a glass bead Art Deco necklace was most likely created in France.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This charming medal dates from 1965 and was created by Jules Fonson.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This exceptionally rare necklace dates from the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some darkening to the gilded metal in some small areas. This is only visible upon very close inspection and does not detract from the beauty and importance of the piece.
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This chic necklace dates from the 1980s. It was sourced in France and was most liely created there too.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This wonderful example of Victorian jewellery was created in 1876. It can be worn as a pendant or a brooch.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This pretty and stylish necklace was created by Trifari in the late 1950s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This beautiful necklace was created in Oslo, Norway, in the 1950s by jeweller, Arne Nordlie.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This beautiful black glass locket is an entirely original, elegant antique.
Condition Report:
Very Good - There is a tiny chip to the edge of one circular and one triangular panel. This is only visible upon very close inspection and does not detract from the overall appeal of the piece.
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This stylish necklace dates from the 1930s. Its design is clearly inspired by the work of the German Jakob Bengel company.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little rubbing to the chrome plating in a couple of small areas. This is consistent with age and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This striking necklace, featuring a stylish combination of black and Carnelian glass, dates from the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some wear to the metal plating on the reverse. This is not visible when the necklace is worn and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This beautiful pendant was created in the late 1800s. It was most likely made by William Neale.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A tiny area of rippling to the gold plating to the top right of the pendant. This is only visible upon very close inspection and does no detract from the overall appeal of the piece.
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This stylish, high fashion necklace was made in the 1980s by Givenchy.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This wonderful example of the work of Robert Lee Morris dates from the early 2000s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This stylish, high fashion necklace was made in the 1980s by Givenchy.
Condition Report:
Excellent
For more information about this necklace, read below...
