This necklace is a stylish and rare example of the jewellery created by the House of Yves Saint Laurent to promote its perfumes.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some scratching to the surface of the packaging sleeve, a little plucking to a few of the ribbons and some tarnishing to the silver tone metal detailing on the perfume holder.
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The Details...
This necklace is constructed from strands of black silk ribbon. At the centre of the necklace is a cylinder constructed from blue and black plastic and detailed with silver tone metal. At either end of the cylinder are two silver plastic rondelle beads. The cylinder un-screws. This works as the necklace fastening, but also opens to reveal solid perfume inside the cylinder. The original solid perfume is still present. The necklace measures 47cm in length. It comes with its original box and packaging sleeve. However, the original large perfume bottle is no longer present.
A Short History...
In 1971, Yves Saint Laurent launched his Rive Gauche fragrance. This piece was created to promote the fragrance in the late 1970s. It was acquired from its original owner, who purchased the necklace from a Kensington department store. This necklace is a great opportunity to own a piece of both perfume and jewellery history, especially because the Rive Gauche fragrance has now been discontinued.
Wear it With...
This necklace would look sensational paired with a black jersey maxi dress and flat leather sandals.
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 elegant 1950s necklace features vibrant rhinestones and a stylish rivière design.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This pretty locket dates from the Victorian era.
Condition Report:
Good - A couple of small indentations to the front of the locket. These are only really apparent to the touch and do not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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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 exceptionally rare and shimmering necklace was created in the 1930s. It was most likely made in France.
Condition Report:
Good - There is some loss of coating to some of the faux pearls. In some places, this has resulted in a darkening to the surface of the pearls. This does not detract from the rarity and wearability of the piece, especially as the darkening makes the pearls look like grey or black pearls rather than obviously flawed.
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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 striking necklace features high quality details and design. It dates from the 1970s and is unsigned.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This pretty 1950s necklace was most likely created in France.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little loss in coating to a couple of the faux pearls near the catch. This is consistent with age and does not detract from the appeal of the necklace. It is only apparent upon very close inspection.
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This elegant and rare necklace, featuring shimmering crystals, dates from the 1920s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This stylish collar was designed and made in Germany in the 1960s by Henkel and Grossé for Christian Dior.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some rubbing and aging to the plating on the fastening mechanism of the necklace. This does not detract from the overall appeal of the piece.
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This beautiful pendant most likely dates from 1890-1900 and was created in France.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some mottling of the colour of some stones due to movement of the foil backing, which can be attributed to the ageing of the piece. One of the stones has also moved slightly within its setting. These factors do not detract from the appeal and importance of this piece.
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This beautiful multi-faceted black glass locket is entirely original.
Condition Report:
Very Good - There is a tiny chip to the edge of one cabochon. This is only visible upon very close inspection and does not detract from the overall appeal of th piece.
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Rare and stylish, this 1920s pendant is detailed and evocative.
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 stylish necklace was created by the Nettie Rosenstein company and dates from c.1960.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A couple of very faint scratches to the surface of the faux pearl. There is no loss of coating and these minor scratches do not detract from the appeal of the piece. They are only apparent to touch.
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This wonderful example of 1960s cocktail jewellery is an unsigned, high quality beauty.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some wear to the gilt metal reverse of the necklace. This is consistent with age and use and is not visible when worn.
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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 necklace is a stylish and rare example of the jewellery created by the House of Yves Saint Laurent to promote its perfumes.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some scratching to the surface of the packaging sleeve, a little plucking to a few of the ribbons and some tarnishing to the silver tone metal detailing on the perfume holder.
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