This stylish necklace dates from the 1930s and was created by Jakob Bengel.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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The Details...
This necklace is constructed from chrome plated metal. The necklace features discs of increasing size. Each disc features a grey Galalith stripe, so that the discs resemble a cat's eye. The necklace fastens with a bolt ring and measures 40cm in length.
A Short History...
This piece does not bear a signature. All of Jakob Bengel jewellery was unsigned. However, his pieces possess distinctive hallmarks which make this necklace readily identifiable as Bengel. The chromium plating used in the necklace is typical of the company's 1930s pieces. The use of Galalith also means this is certainly by Jakob Bengel.
Wear it With...
Wear this necklace with other Machine Age jewels for a truly edgy 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 pretty and stylish necklace was created by Trifari in the late 1950s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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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 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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A pretty example of mid-century design, this necklace dates from the late 1950s was created in the USA by the Eugene company.
Condition Report:
Good - Minor scratches to the surface of one or two faux pearls and oxidisation to some of the gilt metal. This does not detract from the overall appeal of the piece.
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This dramatic and high quality necklace dates from the 1980s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some small elements of scratching to the surface of a some of the faux pearls. This is consistent with age and use and does not detract from the appeal of the piece. It is only apparent upon very close inspection.
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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 elegant necklace featuring elegant Aquamarine glass dates from the 1920s and is truly evocative of the Art Deco era.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This rare design glass bead necklace represents elegant Art Deco craftsmanship.
Condition Report:
Excellent - The necklace has been professionally re-strung.
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This pretty 1930s necklace was created in Czechoslovakia.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This pretty locket dates from c.1900 and represents the garland style so typical of Edwardian era jewels.
Condition Report:
Excellent - The locket itself is excellent. However, there is a repair to the enamel photograph of the gentleman.
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This elegant necklace, featuring shimmering cut glass stones, dates from the 1920s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This beautiful necklace was created c.1900. It features a pretty and ornate floral design.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A couple of stones have darkened slightly due to age. This is only apparent upon very close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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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 unsigned necklace represents elegant 1930s design.
Condition Report:
Very Good - One of the joins in this hand-knotted necklace shows some signs of repair and there is some darkening to a couple of rhinestones consistent with age. These points are only visible upon very close inspection.
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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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A pretty 1960s necklace featuring shimmering stones.
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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