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Late 1950s Napier Art Deco Bakelite Beaded Pendant Necklace

About the Item

Lustrous Lucite beads meet a striking Bakelite pendant in this signed, Art-Deco Napier Co necklace. A true statement piece, born in the late 1950s, it is sure to dazzle decades later! Napier is an American jewelry company that was one of the first modern corporations in the United States. They are known for their fashion jewelry, which has been worn by celebrities such as Marilyn Monroe and Grace Kelley.
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Bakelite Tested with Formula 409,.
  • Seller Location:
    Maywood, NJ
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3984221616592

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