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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The Details...
This necklace features small, round, colourless glass beads. The illusion of large colourless glass beads is created by having 2 semi-spherical beads positioned either side of a rondelle bead. The glass beads are interspersed with round, colourless paste stones set into metal rondelles. There are also two teardrop shaped metal beads covered entirely with small, round, colourless, claw set paste stones. The necklace measures 50cm in length. The necklace has a barrel clasp.
A Short History...
Glass has been a prevalent feature of costume pieces since the invention of jewellery. An easily accessible material that can be formed into any shape and dyed any colour. Glass was heavily used in 1920s and 1930s pieces, such as this necklace, because it could be dyed in a vast array of colours to meet the need for affordable jewellery after the Great Depression and First World War.
Wear it With...
This necklace looks classic and elegant paired with a deep black roll neck knit and grey wool trousers.
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 beautiful portrait miniature pendant was created in France.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This stylish necklace dates from the 1930s and evokes the Machine Age aesthetic of the era. It was most likely made in Germany by the Jakob Bengel company.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some rubbing to the plating on the large loops of the necklace where they have rubbed against the links as the necklace has been worn. This is only visible upon very close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This rare and important example of the work of Louis Rousselet was created in c.1930.
Condition Report:
Very Good - There are some tiny elements of scuffing/crazing to the surface of a couple of the glass cubes. However, this is only visible upon really close inspection and is in no way detrimental to the appeal of the necklace.
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This regal antique cross pendant was most likely created in the late 1800s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This stylish necklace dates from the 1930s. It was most likely made in Czechoslovakia.
Condition Report:
Excellent - The catch and rhinestones are later replacements. However, they are in-keeping with the design of the piece.
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This beautiful pendant was created c.1900. It features an elegant bow design.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Featuring a typically vibrant amber hued Bakelite, this wonderfully evocative necklace dates from the 1940s. It is unsigned.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some wear to the cord consistent with age and use. However, this does not detract from the overall appeal of the piece.
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This edgy 1980s necklace is an unsigned statement piece.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This beautiful pendant was created in Italy in the early 1900s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This pretty and symbolic locket dates from the Victorian era.
Condition Report:
Good - Quite a bit of rubbing to the gold plated surface. This is consistent with age and use. It does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This necklace dates from the 1930s and was made in Czechoslovakia. It features collectible mirror glass.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This necklace exudes beautiful quality and design. It was created in the 1950s in Germany.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This beautiful necklace, reflects the craftsmanship and eye for detail characteristic of Czechoslovakian jewellery design.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This pretty 1930s necklace is made from silver.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This necklace was most likely created in the 1960s. It is by the renowned costume jeweller, Joseff of Hollywood.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some rubbing to the gilding on the heart pendant. This is only visible upon close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This classic and impactful necklace is by Christian Dior. It was made in the 1970s in Germany for the French fashion house.
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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