Vintage costume necklace with white and gold pearls and an antique shell pendant

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Description

This vintage costume necklace features an elegant composition of pearls with a pearly white appearance, combined with a few spherical pearls with a golden finish. The whole is mounted on a thread visible only at the end, with a simple silver-plated metal clasp. The central part of the necklace presents an arrangement of raised white pearls, creating a marked volumetric effect.

At its center, a stylized shell-shaped pendant, translucent white with a frosted appearance, immediately catches the eye. This pendant brings a marine and retro touch to the whole, reinforcing the decorative character of the jewelry. The pearls that make up the necklace are mainly round, with satin reflections, and some have a matte effect, others slightly shiny.

The necklace plays on the contrast between the white pearls and the golden pearls, enhancing the sophisticated and vintage aspect of the piece. The links are quite large, particularly in the lower part, which gives a remarkable presence around the neck. The entire piece of jewelry evokes the aesthetic of costume jewelry from the 1980s to 1990s, characterized by generous volumes and stylized marine motifs.

The visible photographed side does not show any apparent marks or inscriptions. The necklace is presented on a bright yellow fabric cushion, which highlights the brilliance of the pearls and the whiteness of the pendant.

Condition

Second-hand jewelry, sold as is. The surface of the pearls and the pendant shows no visible defects or missing parts in the photo. The whole seems well preserved, with no apparent scratches or obvious signs of wear on the exposed side.

Did you know? Necklaces adorned with shell pendants have been popular in costume jewelry since the 1980s, a period when marine motifs and synthetic materials experienced particular growth thanks to the influence of beachwear fashion and European summer trends.

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