Mid-20th Century Necklaces

Miriam Haskell Double Strand Citrine Glass Necklace in two tones. 8mm beads in pale citrine and topaz glass are strung with signature Haskell Russian gilt...

A vintage estate natural pink Chinese quartz carved pendant and bead necklace. The quartz pendant is cut in fruit design and is strung on pink si...

Finely detailed frog pendant crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Two small estimated 0.02 carat emeralds are set into the eyes. The beautifully detailed frog is designed as if in mot...

Indulge in the untamed elegance of this captivating statement piece - a mesmerizing Talon pendant featuring a predator's claw encased in an 18k yellow go...

Robert Goosens, the French haute-couture Chanel-favorite parurier who enjoyed reinterpreting ancient and antique styles of jewelry with rock crystal and faux stones, also collaborated with Madame Alix Gres. Relevant to this statement necklace, the Parisian theatrical-costume designer, who founded the French fashion-house Maison Gres, commissioned Goosens to make spiral-wire adornments for her couture gowns. This handmade hammered brass wire choker necklace with five dropped en-tremblant pendants is decorated with unique colorful beads and wrapped wire. The piece dates between 1969-1971 based on similar unsigned spiraled-wire metal jewelry without goldsmithing marks in the museum collection of TheMet (see our photo), which acquired it from Maison Givenchy founder Hubert de Givenchy, who was one of most supportive fans of Gres. Like the legendary sculptural clothing designs of Madame Gres, this necklace was inspired by Greco-Roman costumes, while its sculpted shapes by Goosens reference her signature curvilinear fabric techniques that earned her the sobriquet of "the master of the wrapped and draped dress". Goosens (1927-2016), nicknamed Monsieur Bijou, also made jewelry inspired by other periods of antiquity to compliment the couture clothing of Coco Chanel, Cristobal Balenciaga, Elsa Schiaparelli, Christian Dior, and Yves Saint Laurent. After Goosens collaborated with Gres, he revisited golden spiral designs with Saint Laurent. Similar to the free-flowing fabric manipulated in Gres gowns, this hand-shaped necklace that we photographed in sunlight is a study in motion that drapes across a curvy cleavage. Adding drama to this necklace below its wire choker, the top teetering-wire pendant is a twisted and hammered horizontal double spiral, which is a Hellenistic symbol of life and transformation suggesting the breasts of a goddess of fertility and motherhood. Yet distinctly Goosens, 18 hand-cut and hand-dyed "ancient-Roman-blue" rock-crystal beads are wire-strung to weight a second tier of two separate vertical double-spiral pendants. On each, a wrapped-wire tube divides the blue beads. Between these vertical pendants in two tiers, the central vertical pendants each feature a one-of-a-kind multicolor bead (yellow/blue/red/black/white) in two lengths with abstract organic patterns recalling ancient Italian glasswork. Four more blue beads bracket these larger colorful beads. An additional 10 blue beads and 5 wire tubes decorate the bottom looped wire pendant, as well as the bottom of the wire choker. Like the hammered-wire jewelry designs of modern artist Alexander Calder, the creative complex construction of this necklace surprisingly required no metalsmith techniques, such as soldering or casting, just great skill with a jewelry pliers and hammer. For a bigger picture of couture clothing by Madame Gres during the decade beginning in 1969, she notably designed many museum-collected one-color silk-taffeta draped long gowns with empire waists and simple high collars or geometric cut-outs. Remarkably, the focal points for some of these unique dresses were at the wrists, from where long pouf sleeves voluminously droop around the hands to nearly the floor like two enormous long-petaled flowers. If paired with this equally downward-focused and balanced necklace from this same period, its bold Greco-Roman elements would have pulled a viewer's gaze of the dress from floor to face. Although there is no significant provenance for this necklace, hammered brass and tinted rock crystal were among the few materials repeatedly associated with Goosens from 1969-71. For example, in his overlapping interior-decor collections based on themes of waterlilies or foliage, Goosens hammered gilt brass wire and sheets (see our closeup photo) to represent plant parts or he wired rock-crystal beads to appear as tiny fruits. While the two multicolor glass or resin beads in this necklace are atypical, the combination of blue, yellow and red is a palette that the designer used for other pieces of rock-crystal jewelry and he created many kinds of multicolor faux stones with glass or resin paste, such as faux Tibetan turquoise including black and white. According to journalism based on interviews with Goosens, he often acquired unusual stones and glass for inspiration during his extensive travels exploring museum-collected antiquities. Since Maison Goosens was acquired in 2005 by Maison Chanel, it opened the Parisian showroom Galerie Goosens and associated shops to sell many kinds of reproductions and reimagined works by the founder, which fortunately does not suit the completely handmade elements of this necklace. So this couture piece remains one-of-a-kind. If desiring a vintage haute-couture original by Robert Goosens, we recommend perusing the Maison Goosens website so that a reproduction with a contemporary signature is not mistakenly purchased. Madame Gres (1903-1993) was born Germaine Emelie Krebs, but initially identified her fashion designs with the pseudonym Alix and later Alix Barton...

Fabulous Juliana Delizza & Elster silver tone necklace, bracelet and earrings parure. The parure is designed with black diamonds (which are actually da...

Lovely gold plated three strand curb chain necklace. Two of the strands are plain, and one features grey faux pearls. Length 123 cm / 48.4 inches. There is wear to the gold plating a...

Givenchy Bunny Mellon Haute Couture multi bead loose torsade necklace. Of nacre resin pearls and golden beads which rests high on neck to wear with the se...

Embrace the allure of yesteryear with this vintage necklace, a stunning piece that captures the essence of classic elegance. This necklace features graduated faceted rock crystal bea...

Navajo sterling silver and Sleeping Beauty turquoise squash blossom set. Set having squash blossom, ring, and matching earrings. Stunning needlepoint floral design, stones having lig...

LB hand Carved Antique Chinese Mother of Pearl Happiness pendant is on offer. This lovely, delicate, stunning piece is sure to please. It has been carefully hand carved and incised to create depth and texture. The iridescence of the shell is amazing and the bail is sterling silver. This wonderful pieces is enhanced by different shapes and sizes of vintage Mother of Pearl beads...

Mid-Century South Sea cultured pearl and diamond clasp necklace in yellow gold, 1950s/1960s. An exceptional Mid-Century necklace comp...

Grand, beautiful, and rare, this double-strand jade necklace features 114 approximately 9.5mm hand-carved and polished untreated Burmese jadeite beads. These are substantial, fine, o...

A fine Etruscan Revival style necklace. By the New York City Modernist female goldsmith Resia Schor. In 14k gold. Set with an alternating series of rou...

Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a mid 20th century, Sterling Silver, Navajo concha belt/ necklace. This piece is absolutely stunning and looks amazing layered with other sterling silver nec...

This exquisite necklace showcases a captivating design adorned with an array of marquise-shaped and brilliant-cut diamonds, each meticulously placed in platinum to create a stunning ...

Beautiful pendant necklace in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central pearls surrounded by a frame of diamonds, turquoise and topazs. Below, a grey pearl. The silv...

An earthy oval carnelian cabochon measuring 17 x 13 mm is bezel set in a frame of hand crafted sterling silver to create this vintage pendant. Sitting pretty on a lustrous sixteen in...

Finely detailed vintage horse charm crafted in 14k yellow gold. The sweet charm features a trotting horse set within a circular mount. The piece...

Margot of Taxco - Margot van Voorhies Carr - Magnificent reticulated Serpent in Turquoise Blue enamel with accented raised enamel joints Earl...

Magnificent necklace in 18 kt yellow gold structure mounted with eight rock crystal along the chain and, on them, diamonds and a ruby. As pendant, another rock crystal with a ruby su...

SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). An 18 karat yellow gold charm pendant designed as a carved coral Buddha...

Amazing, collectible Miriam Haskell Venetian Glass Bib from the 1950's. Composed of vari colored Venetian Glass hand blown drops, hand decorated with colored Swarovski rose...

Elegant and Rare Marcel Boucher Gold and Pave Knot Suite from the 1950's. Graduated knot motifs in braided gilt metal with pave accents. Necklace, Bracelet and Earrings. Necklace Ad...

This extraordinary Art Deco triple-strand tassel necklace by Tiffany & Co., crafted in platinum and 18K white gold, embodies timeless luxury and elegance. Featuring a captivating arr...

Aquamarine (approximately 17.50 carats) on a Round and Baguette cut Diamond (approximately 5.00 carats) Platinum Brooch convertible in Pendant. Circa 1935. Total length: 2.36 inches...

One of Florenza's rarest and best suites. This Vintage Florenza dragons breath bracelet, large pinwheel brooch and statement pendant necklace are nothi...

An exceptional work of art combining the mastery of fine jewelry making with incredible gem cutting artistry. The stunning necklace was made circa 1930, created around an approximate...

Signuture Trio Carved Green Jade GIA certified 18K Yellow Gold 31" Necklace This beautiful vintage jade necklace from the 1970S, very chic and ...

Embrace the charm of nature with this delightful 14 karat gold pendant, intricately crafted in the shape of a graceful duck. The attention to detail is impeccable, capturing the esse...

Van Cleef & Arpels Nature Collection - Leaf Motif Diamond Necklace. Approximate Diamond Weight - 62.00 CTS 18K Yellow Gold Circa - 1962 French Assay Marks Signed - Van Cleef & Arpels

Antique Platinum and 14K Gold 3.50 Carat Diamond Crown Tiara Royal Charm 32.4mm wide 22.2mm height c, 1940s Beautifully converted from a brooch C...

French Platinum 18K Enamel Charm Necklace is special as this necklace alternates between links of Platinum and links of 18K yellow Gold. Suspended from this unusual chain are 5 exceptionally unique and VERY RARE charms all in 18K and enameled. Of the five charms, one charm is an articulated gorgeous detailed 18K clown...

This delicate necklace strings together 53 pearls, measuring approximately 7.30-11.40mm in diameter, finished with a with a platinum and diamond clasp.

Coppola e Toppo for Schiaparelli ombre aquamarine crystal and gilt metal necklace. A plastron of blue ombre crystal arabesques is supported from th...

Elegant Trifari Rose Gold Plate Pansy Link Necklace from the 1940's with pave accents. Each link is a pierced floral with crystals. 16" x .65". 1940's USA.

Fashion snake necklace in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure composed of two heads of snake studded with diamonds and rubies; as eyes, two white stones. For all the lenght, pearls. ...

Oxidized sterling silver pendant created by silversmith James Parker of San Diego, California. Parker was an early member of the Allied Craftsmen of San Diego which started in the 1...

A Must Have This remarkable vintage pendant is 1960 ca Classy ever green style of high end jewellery Entirely hand crafted as unique of solid 18 KT gold and some platinum portions beautiful net design taking inspiration by the shape of the main Aquamarine rectangular Emerald cut set in a fantastic colour composition to make it grand and quite unique Craftsmanship is clean and accurate in all aspects The principle Aquamarine is a known weight of 17.50 Ct. (21.4 mm. x 12.9 mm.) – 100% natural – beautiful Sky Blue colour with a lovely aqua phenomena to it typical of this appealing gemstone Aquamarine is skillfully framed by an intense row of Royal Blue Natural Sapphires – square faceted French cut for 6.0 CT TCW beautiful framed in a gold border just slightly raised from the background of Platinum set with Diamonds more effect and result Diamonds are bright white round brilliant cut full of fire and sparkle 2.20 Ct F/G VVS the best of quality Pendant is 45 mm. x 29 mm. (h. x w.) including bail with 26.1 grams gross weight Assay Mark on the reverse bail A superb one off pendant...

Circa 1960s, 18k, by Cartier. This chic 18k yellow gold necklace by Cartier features a unique modernist interpretation of their iconic anchor link motif. Brilliantly, designed and fa...

Superb Miriam Haskell two strand long faux pearl necklace. The signature graduated pearls spaced with back to back sewn rose monte crystals.Th...

Fantastic multi-strands necklace mounted with three strands of coral and a clasp in 18 kt yellow gold. This necklace was totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and it is in pe...

Ornate, exuberant goldsmithing showcases about 1.20 carats of 42 glittering antique rose-cut diamonds and approximately .85 carats of Old European cut stones in this magnificent, bar...

Elegant French Pearl Collar choker with 3 rows of purple faux pearls with central jeweled station and clasp. 1950's France. Shortest length (highest strand), 13.5", Width 1.75". ...

A rare and breath-taking vintage Eisenberg carved plaque necklace from the 1940s. Featuring a splendid five lustrous strands of graduated glass pearl...

A white cultured pearl bead choker necklace with 14-kt white gold clasp, circa mid-20th century. A beautiful necklace comprised of graduated white cultured pearls, finished with a 14...

A beautiful preloved 18 karat gold Venetian Etruscan Revival fob charm pendant. The charm is set with a cabochon cut moonstone at the bottom of th...

Crown Trifari 1950s Gripoix Oval Light Green Emerald Pendant Bib Chunky Elegant Necklace, Gold Tone Very good condition. 100% Genuine. A very beautiful necklace, signed at the back....

Roger Scemama antique silver and brcopper metal abstract brutalist starburst pendant- brooch necklace. Completely hand made in France, 1950's. Exce...

This mid-century shiny yellow-gold-plated snake-chain multi-strand necklace features a sculptural finely-textured gilt-metal bow that is positioned to rest on the upper left chest to...

1950’s Mid-Century Jadeite Jade pendant. Hand carved multi shade green mottled round pedant with an 18k yellow gold bail. GIA certified mottled green, natural with indications of imp...

This stunning Blue Star Sapphire 14k white gold pendant necklace from the circa 1960s exudes timeless elegance and intricate craftsmanship. The pendant features a captivating star sa...

Each of Mikimoto's cultured pearl strands are a work of art born from the mystery of the sea. Creation of these strands requires incredible skill, judgment and craftsmanship. The jou...

French Poured Glass Faux Jade Beads from the 1950's. Double strand with hand made mottled Gripoix glass beads and spacers in variegated jade tones with gilt filigree clasp. 17.5" s...

A refined necklace featuring a double strand of pink coral beads, each meticulously polished to a smooth finish. The strands are secured with a floral clasp, intricately carved and a...

This breathtaking platinum diamond necklace from the 1950s is a true masterpiece that transcends time. The necklace features an elegant combi...

Large and Important Moghul Style Necklace by Maison Gripoix. Luxuriously colored pate de verre, crystal pastes and faux pearls, completely hand made by Maison Gripoix and caftan ready. This is the kind of necklace that evokes a different time and place, as well as a style of living that rarely exists nowadays. The Iris Apfels or Dodie Rosenkrantz's would have worn this necklace, layered 10 deep, to a casual event in Venice or Palm Beach, bare feet in the sand. Exquisite quality in a process no longer used by the house of Chanel. Marked "France". Made in France 1960's. Excellent condition. The drop on tassel from necklace is 7". Tassel is 1.25" in width. Length is 24" with 6" extender. Width of links is 1.5" Another Short Example of this Moghul necklace...

Designed as dimensional picnic basket with grooved basket weave motif Suspending from hinged handle and opens via hinged lid Revealing open compartment Completed by jump ring bale St...

Year: 1940s Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow and White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 8.80 grams Diamond Details: 1.00ct total weight, Rose Cut and Old European Cut diamon...

This massive and striking 18K yellow gold Italian choker necklace was manufactured during the Mid-20th Century, to the very highest standards of the gold crafting art. It is finished...