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/// π« VTG MC GRADUATED STATEMENT NECKLACE π« \\\ - $22 (Rocklin)
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A beautiful, highly collectible piece of mid-century fashion history from my mother's estate collection. This unique listing is for an authentic 1950s/1960s single-strand statement necklace, featuring an elegant graduated layout of unique olive-drab/khaki glass-core faux pearls.
πDetails:
* Measurements: Elegant graduated silhouette! The single-strand necklace measures approximately 24β long from end to end. The pearls are expertly graduated in size, building from smaller pearls near the neckline to two substantial focal spheres at the center bottom measuring approximately 20mm in diameter.
* Materials & Craftsmanship: Crafted with premium, heavy mid-century glass-core faux pearls displaying an incredibly unique, lustrous olive-drab khaki-green to root beer float coating. The large focal pearls are beautifully accented with gold-tone crown/petal filigree bead caps and tiny gold-tone spacer beads.
* Backing: Features its authentic, original vintage spring ring clasp mechanism that fastens securely into a classic metal loop end.
* Condition: Great vintage condition! The glass pearls retain a wonderful, high-gloss luster finish. There is minor, authentic vintage surface wear near the drill hole edges as expected with age, but the main bodies of the pearls are smooth and free of major peeling. The structural stringing remains tight, clean, and secure. Safe from a clean, smoke-free home.
π‘ Interesting Facts About This Piece:
* The Luxury of Glass-Core Pearl Engineering: Unlike cheap plastic faux pearls that feel featherlight and warm instantly, high-end mid-century costume lines used heavy natural glass spheres as the base "core." These cores were repeatedly dipped in specialty lacquers to mimic the exact weight, cool initial touch, and substance of genuine cultured pearls.
* The Mid-Century Earth Tone Trend: While classic white and cream pearls dominated the early 1950s, the late 1950s and 1960s saw a massive fashion shift toward moody, rich earth tones. Specialty pearl manufacturers introduced experimental luster shades like this olive-drab khaki / root beer float to complement the tailored wool suits, mod dresses, and autumn palettes popularized by mid-century fashion houses.
* Versatile Graduated Draping: The graduation of the pearls from small to large structural statement spheres was intentionally designed to draw the eye downward, making it the perfect piece for framing plunging necklines, framing a classic collar, or layering over a simple monochrome sweater.
π Pickup/Shipping:
Available for local pickup or fast shipping.
π Pickup Details:
Payment: Cash or Venmo preferred π°
Location: Public meet up in the Bel Air parking lot on the corner of Stanford Ranch Rd and Sunset Blvd π
THE PHOTOS ARE PART OF THE DESCRIPTION. Please view photos carefully before purchasing.
I don't deliver, so please don't ask, however, I am willing to ship with payment through Venmo or Paypal. Buyer pays costs (shipping) and any fees. NO HOLDS without payment.
IF THE POSTING IS UP, THE ITEMS ARE AVAILABLE.
I MEET UP AT BEL AIR PARKING LOT ON SUNSET AT STANFORD RANCH (2341 Sunset Blvd)...OR I AM WILLING TO SHIP IF YOU COVER SHIPPING COSTS.