cblev65252
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posted on June 3, 2006 09:28:37 AM
For the life of me, I have no idea if this necklace is new, old or in between. I can't even ascertain what it's made out of. The choker is 1/2 wide and made of a metal, but very flexible like a ribbon would be. Also, a magnet does not adhere. There are no markings anywhere. The medallion has open backed rhinestones. Does anyone have any ideas at all? I love it, but am stumped.
Cheryl
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roadsmith
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posted on June 3, 2006 10:10:26 AM
Gosh, that's very pretty! Stunning. Sorry I can't help you but jewelry people here will be able to, I'm sure.
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piinthesky
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posted on June 3, 2006 10:52:56 AM
It's a nice looking piece. If you have any inklings about it being gold, I suggest that you take it to a jeweler and have it tested.
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LtRay
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posted on June 3, 2006 05:11:21 PM
French or Italian comes to mind because of the detail on the collar. As for age, I would suspect post 1960 because of the color and brilliance of the rhinestones and the design on the front piece. Medallion is reminiscent of a 1920's belt buckle.
I think we can safely say that this was not a cheap piece when new.
I would be interested to see a close-up of the back of the clasp and the back of the medallion. That might give a clue in regards to age as well.
A VERY pretty piece. Luck you!
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cblev65252
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posted on June 3, 2006 05:14:29 PM
LtRay
Will have requested photos up in a few minutes.
Cheryl
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cblev65252
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posted on June 3, 2006 05:28:09 PM
There is slight wear on the back. Although, it could be just dirt. I have not tried to clean this. Is there a gold paint that can be brushed on? Even that is an iffy scenerio to me. Wouldn't gold paint after manufacture make the chain less flexible? Or, is it somehow done during manufacture. I've no doubt that this was expensive. I don't think it's gold though because why put rhinestones in a gold necklace. Could be plated. Would have been nice to see marks somewhere.
Cheryl
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LtRay
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posted on June 3, 2006 05:41:00 PM
Wow, I'm still stumped. This just screams quality. Makes you wonder why there is not a manufacter's ID.
I've seen this kind of work before. Manufactures set up stamping machines that can handle a range of metals so the item can be made in gold, silver or plate. Usually someone who goes to that expense will mark their items, but I have several Fench pieces of that quality that are not marked.
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sparkz
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posted on June 3, 2006 05:48:24 PM
It's a beautiful piece. When you list it, just be sure to put the exact dimensions in the description. After all, you wouldn't want a Rottweiler owner to buy it and find out later it will only fit a Pomeranian.
If Murphy's law is correct, everything East of the San Andreas Fault will slide into the Atlantic
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cblev65252
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posted on June 3, 2006 06:07:46 PM
Thanks everyone! I get the feeling it may be French. That also makes a bit of sense since a Lea Stein Rolls Royce brooch was in the lot. I just have no idea how I'm going to title this one or how I'm going to write it up!!
Cheryl
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tOMWiii
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posted on June 3, 2006 06:09:57 PM
Would ya like Ralphie to model it for ya?
Some days I'd like to "choker" the little lard-butt...
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cblev65252
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posted on June 3, 2006 06:23:12 PM
I'm sure Ralphie would look just peachy in this fine gold choker. I may have a tutu around here somewhere in just the right size and color. Add some ballet slippers and he'll be set to go. LOL!! 
Hi ya, Ralphie! Just kidding, old boy. Oops, I mean "young man".
Cheryl
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irked
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posted on June 3, 2006 07:03:21 PM
That is a very nice looking choker, know my wife would love to have a piece like that. Good luck.
Here is a title for you. "If You Can't Please Her * Gold Choker " I am kidding of course.
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I married my wife for her looks...but not the
ones she's been giving me lately!
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ladyjewels2000
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posted on June 4, 2006 07:59:52 PM
Cheryl you've done a great job with your photos (as usual) - I would date this to the 1920's or so. Maybe even Art Nouveau. Of course, much of this period was copied but your's doesn't look as if it was to me.
As for the metal try Rub & Buff - it's a wonderful thing to have for jewelry touch up as well as many other metal items.
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pixiamom
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posted on June 4, 2006 08:41:36 PM
Maybe you should save it for my birthday - August 7th... it's beautiful!
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classicrock000
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posted on June 5, 2006 03:43:19 AM
"I'm sure Ralphie would look just peachy in this fine gold choker"
When Im a bad boy,my wife puts one of those around my neck with a leash on it.Then makes me get on all fours naked and leads me around the house and makes me bark like a dog....
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If you dont want to hear the truth....dont ask the question.
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LtRay
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posted on June 5, 2006 06:30:15 AM
Here ya go Classic, she probably has just the collar you've been wanting
Classy Gold Collar (girls, don't go there)
Cheryl, I stand by my age estimate. Details are not correct for a 1920's piece.
While looking for your collar, look at all the yummy stuff I found here:
Morning Glory antiques
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cblev65252
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posted on June 5, 2006 06:42:03 AM
LtRay
Don't you love what she has at Morning Glory? Have you looked over the entire site? Some of the things are to die for.
Cheryl
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LtRay
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posted on June 5, 2006 07:07:18 AM
YES! I would rather window shop there than at Tiffanys. Give me vintage over new any day.
I'm still drooling over the Hobe purse. So tacky yet tasteful.
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tOMWiii
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posted on June 5, 2006 08:01:33 AM
"When Im a bad boy,my wife puts one of those around my neck with a leash on it.Then makes me get on all fours naked and leads me around the house and makes me bark like a dog...."
Ralphie is in da kitchen mumbling some nonsense about "doggy sty..." CLASSIC, he says YOU'D know what he's referencing?
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