Lot 13:
Large Assortment of Vintage and Contemporary Costume Jewelry and Accessories
Description
A large collection of assorted costume jewelry and fashion accessories featuring a range of mid-20th century to contemporary styles. The group includes several long strands of faceted black glass beads, clear faceted glass beads, and mixed earth-tone beads. Other necklaces featured are a strand of peach-colored round beads, a strand of off-white shell or mother-of-pearl heishi-style beads, and a double-strand necklace with two large turquoise-colored cabochons. Included is a pair of silver-tone heart-shaped stud earrings on a blue card with a printed label reading THE PURE ALLURE CRYSTAL COLLECTION, MADE WITH SWAROVSKI CRYSTALS, and HYPO-ALLERGENIC. Documentation is present on a paper card titled THE FORBES COLLECTION BY VIVIAN ALEXANDER, which provides information on the collection’s inspiration from Peter Carl Faberge.
Metal accessories include a gold-tone articulated collar-style necklace with rectangular links, a wide etched gold-tone bangle bracelet with floral and scroll patterns, and a silver-tone bracelet set with clear rectangular rhinestones. Additional pendants include a silver-tone square filigree-style charm and a gold-tone circular pendant featuring an embossed crown motif. The collection also contains various loose pins and brooches, such as a silver-tone cross, a floral spray with red stones, an enameled pumpkin, and a witch on a broomstick. A cluster of black beaded fringe tassels is also present. The items are constructed from base metals with gold-tone and silver-tone plating, molded and faceted glass, plastic, rhinestones, shell, and enamel.
Condition report:
The jewelry is in used, vintage condition. Some metal finishes on the chains and the etched bangle show visible surface wear and tarnishing (photo 1). Several beaded necklaces are tangled together (photo 1). The black beaded fringe appears to be a detached component or loose tassels (photo 1). Potential for minor surface scratches and weakened clasps throughout the lot.
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