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We have similar turquoise and Retro items, which would pair nicely with this piece, for sale this week. To view in separate listings, please visit our store and search "turquoise" or "Retro" under our Buy-It-Now items.

Listing Description by: Chris T.

The Piece

Markings: 925, tested, and guaranteed

Material: --

Main Stone: turquoise

Main Stone Measurements/Color: blue

Accent Stone: --

Accent Stone Measurements/Color: --

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: cabochon

Item Measurements:

Wearable length: 18"
Pendant Length: 1.25"

Closure/Clasp Type: lobster clasp

Notable Features:

Handmade

Damage: Age appropriate wear.

*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*

The History

Retro jewelry was produced during the 1940s and 1950s and was representative of the bold and changing world that emerged from the Second World War. Retro jewelry is not only illustrative of the energetic and modernizing styles of the 40s and 50s, but it incorporated the elegance and luxury of jewelry styles past. Retro jewelry can frequently be found composed of bright gold, gold alloys, and silver as the wartime put a restriction on the use of platinum. These designs are vibrant and beautiful and are a gorgeous example of the style of the rapidly evolving world.

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.

Domestic US: All items ship within one business day of receiving payment. Buyers will have 3 base shipping options to choose from, depending on the needed speed of delivery. Pricing on single and multi-purchase transactions can be seen below:

Auction Items: Base shipping + $2.00 per additional gold item & BIN items combine for Base shipping

BIN Items: Base shipping

Base Shipping:

USPS First Class: $4.90 fully insured, estimated 3-5 business days
USPS Priority Mail: $12.00 fully insured, estimated 2-3 business days
USPS Priority Express: $25.00 fully insured, overnight delivery

International: All packages are sent via USPS and pricing is based on buyer location. Each customer will receive a revised invoice at the close of the auction with an updated shipping rate. We will combine shipping on multiple purchases for Base shipping. We do not undervalue packages for customs, please do not ask us to do so. What you pay is what we will claim on your customs form. Please take this into consideration before placing your bid.

Several forms of payment accepted.