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Mimi di Niscemi 1971 Gold Frog Pendant Necklace

$650per item
£496.27per item
€573.44per item
CA$912.48per item
A$1,017.05per item
CHF 533.61per item
MX$12,419.85per item
NOK 6,756.68per item
SEK 6,386.09per item
DKK 4,279.82per item
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This large gold plate necklace with a large frog pendant makes a true statement and was designed by titled Mimi di Niscemi (Mimi di N) in 1971. The bright gold finish is the perfect foil for the jade green glass cabochon eyes. The necklace hooks at the back for easy wear. The round twist links measure 7/8" in diameter. The three dimensional frog measures 2.5" wide and 2" tall. The back has three oval plaques. Two inscribed with Mimi di N of which one has the copyright stamp. The third plaque is inscribed 1971 very faintly. Good condition with some loss of gold tone finish primarily on the round twist links where they rubbed against the small smooth connector links. Born in Palermo, Italy to a family of jewelers (cousin to Fulco di Verdura) Princess Mimi di Niscemi emigrated to the USA studying jewelry design and silversmithing at the Philadelphia Museum School. Princess Niscemi designed jewelry for Schiaparelli, Arnold Scaasi and Robert DeMario before starting her own jewelry company in New York City (1962). In 1968, Princess Niscemi received the Great Design in Costume Jewelry Award. In 1995, Mimi retired and production ceased under her name.
  • Creator:
  • Metal:
  • Weight:
    157 g
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 2.25 in (57.15 mm)Depth: 0.75 in (19.05 mm)Length: 20 in (508 mm)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1971
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Good condition with light wear on some of the round twist links where they rubbed against the small smooth connector links.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU54426845332

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