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Robert Lee Morris Long Gold Plated Egg Chain Necklace with Crater Pendant 1987

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Robert Lee Morris Long Gold Plated Egg Chain Necklace with Crater Pendant, created in 1987. During a period when when Morris was creating Egg themed jewelry, including using soft rounded pebbles there was a push for bigger volume with less weight in the jewelry. The fashion trends in the 1980's often centered around large volumes in clothes, hair, shoulders and jewelry. This elegant long Opera length chain is composed of hollow egg forms, linked with flat ovalized rings, supporting a large disc with a large hole just off center. The edges of the pendant, are thick and undulate organically with the smooth surface of the disc. the entire necklace is 18k gold plated brass. The round pendant is named Large Crater as it could resemble the opening of a volcano or a crater on the moon. Modern, sleek and very chic.
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  • Weight:
    5 oz
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3 in (76.2 mm)Width: 3 in (76.2 mm)Depth: 0.3 in (7.62 mm)Diameter: 15 in (381 mm)Length: 29 in (736.6 mm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1987
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. This vintage necklace is in very good condition with very minor marks and surface blemishes.It has been stored carefully since 1987.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3141219126722
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