Composition: metal, crystals, glass Condition: very good Dimensions (chain): 50 cm Dimensions (pendant): 8.5 x 5.5 cm Dimensions (clips): 1 x 6 cm Color: gold, black Tag: “Celebrity Gems” Country: USA Period: 1968-1975 Market value: 80-120 EUR
The necklace very clearly reflects the “Celebrity by Beauty Counselor” costume jewelry style – both in terms of shape, materials and aesthetics. It is a baroque-style pendant with a chain, probably created around 1960-1970. Pendant: large, central, with an openwork bronze frame, decorated with a black oval glass in the center, small clear crystals, and five hanging black glass beads at the bottom. Chain: twisted weave, aged gold color. “Celebr ity by Beauty Counselor” is a US company operating since the mid-20th century. Since this necklace is marked “Celebrity Gems”, it is attributed to the “Celebrity by Beauty Counselor” collection, specifically one of their higher-end series, which were presented as “Celebrity Gems”.
The earrings are reminiscent of the Celebrity by Beauty Counselor style - this is vintage jewelry made in the USA around 1950-1970. The upper part is a filigree gold-colored detail with a floral pattern and black glass. Three small chains with black glass beads at the back. A classic combination of gold and black, very typical of Celebrity jewelry. Style: baroque/romantic, slightly gothic.
