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Important Coco Chanel Elaborate Byzantine Crucifix Necklace

$22,500
£17,110.26
€19,735.85
CA$31,518.38
A$35,275.30
CHF 18,419.21
MX$430,360.70
NOK 233,807.72
SEK 221,869.13
DKK 147,378.02
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About the Item

Extraordinary Rare and Important Maison Gripoix for Coco Chanel elaborate handmade Byzantine crucifix pendant necklace. The focal crucifix of ruby and emerald Gripoix poured glass enamel and small ruby cabocheons, with eight pear shape faux baroque Gripoix signature pearls. The pendant hangs from a gilt bronze pearl and emerald glass chain composed of smooth round and incised oval links. Excellent condition, Signed France. Pendant 3" x 3". Chain 34". 1970's Haute Couture. Hand Made.

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