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/// π‘ VTG MULTI STRAND YELLOW STATEMENT NECKLACE - HONG KONG π‘ \\\ - $20 (Rocklin)
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A striking, highly collectible piece of mid-century fashion history from my mother's estate collection. This unique listing is for an authentic 1950s/1960s multi-strand statement necklace from Hong Kong, featuring a beautiful combination of marbled mustard yellow and tortoise-brown art resin beads woven with textured gold-tone decorative chain work.
πDetails:
* Measurements: Bold mid-century layered silhouette! The necklace features a multi-strand graduated draping layout. The longest outer strand features a dramatic, classic drop measuring approximately 22β to 24β long, with an adjustable J-hook clasp setup allowing for a comfortable, custom fit.
* Materials & Craftsmanship: Crafted using premium materials characteristic of mid-century British Crown Colony export jewelry. Features oval and round molded art resin beads with a vibrant mustard base color and organic, swirling tortoise-brown tortoiseshell accents. The strands integrate textured gold-tone link chains and structural, geometric open-center diamond metal bar connectors.
* Backing: Features its authentic, original adjustable gold-tone J-hook clasp, textured metal end bars, and a decorative bead tail extender chain. The hook mechanism is clearly stamped with the authentic "HONG KONG" hallmark.
* Condition: Excellent vintage condition! The colorful art resin beads retain a beautiful, polished glossy shine with no fading or deep scratches. The gold-tone metal chains and geometric hardware links are bright and free of major tarnishing or green oxidation. All wire links remain perfectly strong, secure, and structurally intact. Safe from a clean, smoke-free home.
π‘ Interesting Facts About This Piece:
* The Mid-Century Hong Kong Jewelry Boom: During the post-war era, Hong Kong rapidly developed into a global hub for high-quality plastic, lucite, and resin production. Jewelry from this specific time capsule is heavily collected today for its lightweight construction, durability, and bold experimental color schemes that perfectly defined the 1960s style.
* Mid-Century Modern Geometric Links: Unlike standard beaded necklaces, designers from this era frequently combined organic shapes with industrial, architectural metal findings. The stylized diamond-shaped openwork bars and textured link chains used here are classic examples of the Mid-Century Modern aesthetic that dominated the fashion world.
* A Touch of Family History: While I cannot verify the exact purchase location of this specific piece, it comes from my mother's cherished lifelong estate collection. Our family's mid-century ties to international post-war history run deepβmy father served in Korea in 1954 and visited East Asia on military leave, a period when these exact styles of premium global export jewelry were starting to skyrocket in global popularity. Whether purchased abroad or right here in the US, it is a beautiful capsule of that era.
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
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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.