Vintage Early Plastic Dragonfly Choker Necklace
Constructed from early plastics, this beautiful necklace most likely dates from the late 1930s or early 1940s.
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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The Details...
This brass necklace features rectangular pink Czechoslovakian mirror glass panels, which are detailed with a ridged effect. The panels are all claw set and mounted onto the brass. The necklace fastens with a bolt ring. The necklace measures 39cm in length.
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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 set, because it could be dyed in a vast array of colours to meet the need for affordable jewellery after the Great War and the Depression. This necklace features highly sought after mirror glass, which was commonly produced in Czechoslovakia during the Art Deco era and molded into a variety of shapes with a silvered backing.
Wear it With...
Wear this necklace with a white t-shirt and jeans for a colourful statement.
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.
Constructed from early plastics, this beautiful necklace most likely dates from the late 1930s or early 1940s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This stylish statement necklace was created by Marcel Boucher in the late 1950s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This stylish necklace dates from the 1930s and was created by Jakob Bengel.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This rare and important example of the work of Maison Gripoix was created in the 1930s.
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 beautiful necklace exemplifies the fine craftsmanship and intricate designs of Joseph Mazer.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This striking and fresh necklace was created in the 1950s and was most likely made in Limoges, France.
Condition Report:
Good - Some rubbing and chipping to the enamel around the edges of some of the panels. Also, whilst the necklace chain is from the 1950s, it is not original to the piece. It is, however, in keeping with the design of the necklace.
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This beautiful necklace, reflects the craftsmanship and eye for detail that is characteristic of Czechoslovakian jewellery design.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A tiny element of scratching to the surface of the central glass stone on the pendant. This is only visible upon close inspection with a magnifying glass. It does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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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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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 beautiful necklace exemplifies the fine craftsmanship and intricate designs of Joseph Mazer. It dates from c.1950.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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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 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 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 wearable and delicate necklace by French designer Christian Lacroix was made in the 1990s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This striking necklace most likely dates from the Art Deco revival of the 1970s. There's also a chance that this could be an original Art Deco piece too. However, this is difficult to determine.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some wear to the enamel in a couple of small areas. This is only apparent upon very close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This beautiful pendant was created c.1900. It features a magnificent, multi-faceted crystal.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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