This elegant necklace, featuring shimmering cut glass stones, dates from the 1920s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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The Details...
This necklace, although un-hallmarked, has been tested as being constructed from silver. It features a central design and pendant detailed with round, multi-faceted, purple coloured glass stones. These are all claw set and mounted within silver too. The necklace fastens with a bolt ring and measures 40cm in length. The pendant measures 5cm x 2cm.
A Short History...
Glass and crystal have been a prevalent feature of costume pieces since the invention of jewellery. Easily accessible materials that can be formed into any shape. They were heavily used in 1920s and 1930s pieces, such as this necklace, because they could meet the need for affordable jewellery after the World War One and the Great Depression. They could also be pressed into the evocative geometric shapes we associate with Art Deco design.
Wear it With...
Pair this necklace with soft tailoring for an instantly chic 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 beautiful necklace was created c.1900. It features a pretty and delicate floral design.
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 beautiful pendant was created in Italy in the early 1900s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This elegant necklace featuring elegant square cut crystals dates from the 1920s and is truly evocative of the Art Deco era.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Featuring a typically geometric Art Deco design, this necklace dates from the 1930s and was created in Germany by Schrieber and Hiller.
Condition Report:
Good - Some dulling to some of the paste stones. This is only visible in certain lights and does not detract from the overall appeal of the piece.
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This wearable and delicate necklace by French designer Christian Lacroix was made in the 1990s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This lovely example of 1980s gold tone styling is by Monet - a classic design from a classic costume jewellery designer.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Minor rubbing to the surface of one plastic cabochon. This is only visible upon very close inspection and does not detract from the overall appeal of the piece.
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This beautiful pendant was created in the 1800s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some darkening in colour to the central paste stone. This is consistent with age and does not detract from the appeal of this rare piece.
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This elegant long chain was created in c.1920.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This lovely necklace, reflects the craftsmanship and eye for detail characteristic of Czechoslovakian jewellery design. It dates from the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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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 wonderful example of the work of Robert Lee Morris dates from the early 2000s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This pretty 1930s necklace is made from silver.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This wonderful beaded necklace is a lovely example of 1920s Egyptian Revival jewellery.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This wonderful statement necklace represents bold and stylish 1930s design.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little rubbing to the gilding in a couple of small areas on this necklace. This is only apparent upon close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This necklace is a versatile piece by Yves Saint Laurent. It dates from the 1970s and was most likely created by Roger Scemama for the fashion house.
Condition Report:
Good - Some loss of coating and scratching to the silver beads nearest to the clasp. This does not detract from the overall appeal of the piece.
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This elegant necklace, featuring shimmering cut glass stones, dates from the 1920s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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