{"product_id":"pendentif-elephant-vintage-metal-dore-annees-50-charm-bijouterie-retro","title":"Vintage 1950s Gold-Tone Elephant Pendant Retro Jewelry Charm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis antique pendant depicts a stylized elephant, presented in relief and in profile, with a bright golden finish over its entire visible surface. The compact piece features a rounded silhouette characteristic of 1950s costume jewelry, in line with the vintage aesthetic mentioned in the keywords. The pendant has an upper ring molded directly into the body, designed for easy mounting on a chain, bracelet, or keyring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe design shows a walking elephant, adorned with engraved motifs evoking a blanket or harness on its back, typical of animal-themed costume jewelry of the era. The details are intentionally naive, with a raised trunk, large stylized eyes, and four sturdy legs, giving the piece a retro charm. The gilding has a smooth and luminous appearance, with some more matte reflections depending on the lighting angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe object is cast in metal, as mentioned in the keywords. The gilding appears integral on the visible side, without apparent variation in tone or texture. No markings, inscriptions, or logos are visible on the front face. The attachment is circular, wide enough to accommodate a ring or cord.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe patination of the gilded metal shows some micro-traces of age or slight oxidation, typical of unused deadstock, but no major wear or structural defects are visible on the exposed face. This pendant evokes the affordable and decorative costume jewelry of the 1950s, often used as charms on themed bracelets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Slight traces of age visible on the gilding, with no major apparent defects on the visible face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Elephant-themed costume jewelry was particularly popular in Europe in the 1950s, symbolizing luck and prosperity. The naive style and gilding were frequently used for charms or pendants intended for daily wear or given as good luck tokens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging guaranteed by a vintage jewelry professional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: elephant pendant, vintage charm, 1950s costume jewelry, gilded metal charm, retro good luck charm, elephant pendant, animal pendant, old stock jewelry, antique jewelry, retro charm, metal gilding, vintage pendant, elephant figurine\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54299328446791,"sku":"76dd814f-f7af-46e4-8915-db6951ff08a9","price":3.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_12d68fdd-4ba8-4e2e-bbd7-3a9e5a365ace.jpg?v=1783355641","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/pendentif-elephant-vintage-metal-dore-annees-50-charm-bijouterie-retro","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}