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Accent Stone Measurements/Color: purple, blue, green
Stone Treatment: The stone(s) appear to be untreated, but we are not certified gemologists. Stone(s) have been tested and guaranteed using a professional Presidium Duo refractive, heat, and hardness tester.
Stone Cuts: round faceted
Item Measurements:
Wearable length: 14.5"
Link Type: chain
Pendant Type: --
Notable Features:
This Antique Vintage Deco Retro necklace, crafted from 14k gold and weighing 8 grams, is a magnificent representation of early 20th-century jewelry artistry. Measuring 14.5 inches in length, this exquisite piece features a vibrant ensemble of gemstones and diamonds, arranged in a series of floral shapes, each adding a unique splash of color and elegance.
The necklace showcases seven floral motifs, each centered with a different gemstone—amethyst, citrine, topaz, and peridot—creating a stunning rainbow of hues that reflect the light with every movement. These gemstones are chosen not only for their beauty but also for their symbolic meanings: amethyst for protection, citrine for prosperity, topaz for strength, and peridot for healing. This thoughtful selection adds a layer of depth to the necklace's allure.
Accompanying these colorful gemstones are seven diamonds, strategically placed to enhance the floral designs. The diamonds add a luxurious sparkle and sophistication, complementing the vivid colors of the gemstones perfectly. Their brilliance accentuates the necklace’s overall radiance and elevates its status to a truly eye-catching piece.
The 14k gold setting is meticulously crafted, with each floral motif and gemstone prong-set to ensure their security and prominence. The craftsmanship is indicative of the Deco Retro period, known for its attention to detail and innovative designs that blended both style and substance.
Handmade with meticulous care, this diamond, citrine, amethyst, topaz, and peridot necklace exemplifies the creativity and skill characteristic of its era. It reflects a sophisticated understanding of design and materials, making it a standout piece that is both historically significant and fashionably timeless.
Rare and beautifully made, this 14k gold gemstone and diamond necklace is not just a piece of jewelry but a wearable piece of art that offers a connection to the past. It embodies the innovation, elegance, and artistic flair of its time, making it highly desirable for collectors, enthusiasts of vintage jewelry, or anyone who appreciates unique and beautifully crafted pieces.
Owning this necklace provides an opportunity to cherish a piece of history, admired for its aesthetic appeal, the skill with which it was crafted, and the timeless elegance it represents. This necklace, with its stunning array of gemstones and exceptional craftsmanship, promises to be a beloved heirloom and a continual source of fascination and admiration, perfect for enhancing any sophisticated jewelry collection.
Damage: Age appropriate wear.
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The History
Retro jewelry refers to pieces created in the 1940s and 1950s. This was a period during which jewelry designers were largely influenced by the changes stemming from World War II. These designs reflect an infusion of futuristic vision with elements inspired by preceding periods, encompassing a variety of gemstones, shapes, and materials. Materials used commonly in Retro jewelry are gold, gold alloys, and silver as the wartime put a restriction on the use of platinum. Designs can be masculine, geometric and modern, or softer, more feminine and floral.
The Hollywood Regency style came into fashion during the 1930s, ushered along by the Golden Age of Hollywood. This style was heralded by bright, contrasting colors and modernization of the opulence of Baroque styles, featuring a deliberately frivolous extravagance that screamed glitz and glamour. “Big girls need big diamonds” was taken to heart, and the gorgeous Hollywood stars decked themselves appropriately, with blindingly glittering jewels to showcase their lives of luxury.
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