This stylish, high fashion necklace was made in the 1980s by Givenchy.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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The Details...
This necklace is a collar design and features an Etruscan inspired design with matt gold plated finish. The necklace fastens with a fold-over clasp, which is detailed with two 'G's to represent Givenchy. The necklace is signed. The reverse of the clasp features an oval shaped cartouche stamped with 'GIVENCHY' and a copyright symbol. The internal diameter of this necklace is 13cm. This necklace appears to have been unworn and features its original store tag.
A Short History...
1980s style can be effectively explained by the term 'power dressing'. Womenswear was tailored to challenge notions of who was 'boss' and costume jewellery was created to reflect fashion that showed control. Pieces, such as this necklace, were bold and flashy. Adornment in the eighties was a vocabulary for saying 'I'm in charge'.
Wear it With...
Pair this necklace with a minimal black jumpsuit and a single-strap heel for a sophisticated evening 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 elegant Christian Dior necklace was made in the 1990s when John Galliano was designing for the French fashion house.
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 wonderful example of 1960s statement jewellery is an unsigned, high quality beauty.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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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 pretty 1930s necklace is made from silver.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Beautiful and lustrous, this necklace dates from the 1940s and was created in France by the Louis Rousselet company.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little loss to the coating on one of the rondelle spacer beads. This is only visible upon close inspection and can be turned around so that it is not visible when the necklace is being worn.
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This pretty 1950s necklace features beautiful pastel coloured glass bead tassels.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This elegant necklace reflects the craftsmanship and eye for detail characteristic of Czechoslovakian jewellery design.
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 beautiful portrait miniature pendant was most likely created in France.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A couple of chips to the surface of the glass. This is only apparent upon very close inspection and does not detract from the appeal and rarity of this piece. This piece has possibly had a brooch fitting at some point in its life too, as there are traces of an area where a hinge might have been.
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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 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 wearable and delicate necklace by French designer Christian Lacroix was made in the 1990s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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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 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 stylish, high fashion necklace was made in the 1980s by Givenchy.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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