Unsigned Vintage Necklaces
Fabulous necklaces don't have to be signed to be wonderful! Many of the best pieces of jewelry are unsigned, and who cares WHAT something says or doesn't say if it is a gorgeous piece.
All DeLizza & Elster pieces that are verified designs are on their own page - this page MAY contain unverified D&E, as well as unverified Haskell. All crystal bead styles will also be found in their own section of the site, as will Victorian/Deco/Nouveau styles be found in theirs. You will also find interesting beaded necklaces on pg. 4 of the copper/silver/beads/plastic/wood/misc. section.
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Description: Beaded Red Green Blue Egyptian Style Collar Necklace - This is probably European in origin. Round glass beads in red, green and blue dangle from opaque glass barrel shaped beads going both directions from a brass center chain. Old "thumbless" spring ring clasp. 15 1/4", 1 1/2" wide. Tremendous piece. A similar, not nearly as ornate piece, falsely identified as a Haskell piece, recently sold on rubylane for almost $700. I feel our price is a bargain. Item: UP12-544 Price: $275.00 US |
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Description: Multi Strand Necklace with Bi-Colored Drops - This goldtone necklace features two different styles of chain and two different types of drops. The larger disks are clear? or pale yellow with topaz colored clouds, while the briolette type drops are mainly topaz with some lighter yellow sections on the larger drops. Very showy and attractive. Push-in clasp is embossed in a paisley type design, nested type design goes from 14" to 22" including clasp. Nice either over clothing or against bare skin. Excellent condition. Item: UN1-543 Price: $69.50 US  |
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Description: Savvy? (Swarovski brand) Very Long Necklace with Tiffany Balls - This is unsigned but the quality indicates that this was Swarovski and closely matches a pair of Swarovski earrings on the signed section of this site. Goldtone chain with Tiffany ball stations - Tiffany balls are all pave rhinestone set metal beads where little if any metal shows. This is claspless which is why there is no makers mark. I have doubled this for photographic purposes. This measures about 44" and is symmetrical in the ball placement. Excellent condition. Give 'em the old ball and chain and look great doing it! Item: UN1-464 Price: $45.00 US |
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Description: Unsigned Rose Pink Rhinestone Line Necklace - Made like the 1950's -1960's Eisenberg pieces, these large (10mm) pink stones are heavy-prong set; the clasp, which appears to be a replacement, is not the kind that Eisenberg would have used, so it is difficult to tell. Slightly longer than the normal choker, approximately 18". The stones are foiled but open-backed; there is minor foil loss but the stones are of such excellent quality that the refraction is still superb. Silvertone setting, foldover clasp. Item: UN1-310 Price: $67.50 US Sorry, SOLD! |
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Description: Taupe and Lime Green Enamel and Glass Necklace - Lovely soft colors make this flattering necklace a joy to wear. Transparent glass beads have a taupe-brown swirl that appears to be right under the surface. These alternate with frosted, aurora borealis and carmel bicone beads. Endcaps are enameled metal in the same soft brown, and the metal spacer end caps that look like the bottom part of a flower are done in a lime green that adds just enough color to keep this from looking dull. Wonderful on the light greens that continue to be fashionable. Fancy handwired clasp is a push-in v type. Necklace measures about 21"; largest bead is about 5/8" in diameter. Item: UN1-163 Price: $65.00 US |
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Description: Unsigned Josef Morton 3 Strand Necklace in Blush Pink - I purchased this from a woman who said it was signed Josef Morton; when I asked her where the signature was, she said it must have fallen off (string tag) and indicated that she did not know who Josef Morton was. One look at the clasp and I was sure she was telling me the truth (see bottom picture). Opaque glass beads in very soft pink are separated by a series of clear glass and brass seed bead spacers. Terminals are double filigree, all hand-wired, and bird hook clasp, all indicators of Frank Hess, Morton's designer, and the head designer for Morton's aunt, Miriam Haskell, for many years. Circa 1960. One strand was broken so I have restrung the entire piece on silk, as per original stringing. Item: UN2-374 Price: $69.50 US |
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Description: Unsigned All Handwired Glass Bead Necklace - This is an amazing example of workmanship done in a floral motif, using chalk white, frosted clear and emerald green glass leaf beads. The frosted clear glass has been formed into flowers with a prong-set clear rhinestone wired in like a roses montee, except that it isn't flat-backed. Series of leaves have been separated by clusters of chalk white beads. Link chain is done by alternating a different chalk white bead alternated with the frosted bead. Adjustable up to about 16". Possibly European. Lovely. Item: UN1-432 Price: $175.00 US  |
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Description: Frosted Pastel Rhinestone Necklace 6mm frosted lavender rhinestones on the inner row; frosted and regular 4mm in a range of pastel colors on the outer row. All prong set, gunmetal setting. The middle front of this necklace has been solid soldered; either side is flexible. Foldover clasp, 15". Not your usual rhinestone necklace. A few of the frosted lavenders toward the back have darkened. Item: UN4-050 Price: $45.00 US |
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Description: Fenichel?? Madiera Topaz Rhinestone Choker Necklace - This looks to be Fenichel by the pronging, quality of stone, styling and heavy hook with matching rhinestone clasp (see inset) that they normally used. Fenichel is a hard to find brand but the few pieces I have seen have been top quality. The last stone is missing from the end of this piece and is perhaps where it would have been signed; this in no way alters the look or performance of this necklace, and is otherwise excellent condition. Item: UN2-409 Price: $49.50 US  |
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Description: Chalk White and Black Diamond Bib Necklace - Wonderful piece, possibly D&E but I have not verified. White oval cabochons graduate towards the center with black diamond rhinestone chain for accent and neckchain. Adjustable hook clasp, will fit up to a 15" neck. Center front hangs 1 1/2". If you have dark or tanned skin and beautiful teeth, this is the piece for you!! Item: UN4-428 Price: $49.50 US |
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Description: Owl Pendant Necklace with Topaz Glass Belly - Just a fun piece for the owl collector. Large 3" x 1 1/2" pendant has two large smokey topaz rhinestones for eyes and flatbacked topaz glass cabochon for the body. This huge cabochon (30mmx40mm) is in an openback setting that has been slightly scratched on the foil backing but this is not noticeable on most backgrounds unless you are up close and looking for it at certain angles. Heavy 36" goldtone chain. Probably from the late 1960's. Item: UN2-373 Price: $12.50 US  |
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Description: Green Plastic and Hobnailed Goldtone Bead Fringe Necklace - While the hobnailed beads in this necklace look to be the same as Trifari used in their circa 1960's pieces, this is of course unsigned, but nonetheless a fun piece. Secondary chain could easily be removed if desired. Spring ring clasp, 15 1/2". Item: UN3-237 Price: $14.50 US |
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Description: Unfoiled Pink and Clear Glass Fringe Necklace - All collet set fancy cut (dentelle) rounds; could be worn either flat side up or pointed side up. All original, excellent condition, right down to the old style spring ring clasp. 14" (an extender could be added) with center dangle about 1" long. Nice weight, I am guessing this to be from the 1930's.
Item: UN3-503 Price: $79.50 US |
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Description: Large Czech Style Pendant Necklace - Multi jeweltone pendant with a floral and leaf motif. Slightly domed pendant measures 2 1/2" x 1 3/4". Chain is not original; measures 20". Item: UN3-027 Price: $39.00 US  |
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Description: Purple and Olive Green Necklace - This piece uses a flattened foxtail chain and has purple oval and teardrop rhinestones and olive green and clear rounds. Filigree leaves, light goldtone. Chain measures about 16" with another 3" of pendant with dangles. Foldover clasp is set with purple rhinestones. Center top dangle is a repair. Extremely similar to pieces shown in Marcia Brown's Unsigned Beauties on p. 219, bottom photo. Item: UN3-267 Price: $45.00 US |
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Description: Clear and Aqua Rhinestone Dog Collar - Pretty piece for spring! 1930's looking linkage is set with clear rhinestones, and the center of each link has a single aqua marquise, all in silvertone. Foldover clasp is set with three clear rhinestones. Probably originally meant for a teenager or adult with a small neck - this measures about 13 1/2". If you have a foldover clasp extender this could easily be lengthened. Item: UN6-202 Price: $75.00 US |
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Description: Unsigned Selro/Selini Asian Princess Necklace - This is in excellent original condition. Heavy link chain measures about 17" and is adjustable; pendant portion measures 5" x almost 1". Goldtone, white face with black and red enameling. Area that dangles from the head features a snake motif. I have found the identical necklace with a coral face on the Eclectic Vintage Selro-Selini information pages. Item: UN4-486 Price: $54.50 US  |
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Description: Glass Pearl Necklace in Cream and Grey Pearls - I fully expected this piece to be marked Trifari, but it is unsigned. Quality glass pearls alternate color and design in a symmetrical pattern of cream "florals" separated by grey "leaves"? with small clear rhinestones accenting each link. Light shiny goldtone chain and cast pieces. Nice weight, adjustable hook closure will accomodate up to a 16 1/2" neck, about 1" wide on cream pearl links. Excellent condition, no scuffing of pearls that I can see, all seems to be original. Item: UN7-391 Price: $24.50 US |
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Description: Bogoff? Linked Collarette Necklace in Clear Rhinestone - Chain portion of this piece looks to be Bogoff or ORA but is not marked. Front portion has 5 pave set curved links. Silvertone. Stones are in excellent shape with only minimal darkening commensurate with a 50 year old piece. Hidden push in clasp, curved design was difficult to measure but should fit up to at least a 16 1/2" neck. Item: UN5-375 Price: $37.50 US Sorry, SOLD! |
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Description: Unsigned Glass Bead Bib Necklace - Elaborate design uses hundreds of grey-white translucent unfaceted barrell beads, brass rings in two szies and brass chains for connecting. I cannot imagine the amount of time it took to make this piece. Bib measures 16 1/2" along the neckline and bib covers a 4" x 4"+ area. I can find no flaw in this piece other than expected patina to the brass. Possibly European. Item: UN7-408 Price: $295.00 US |
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Description: Clear Rhinestone Necklace with Baguettes, Marquises and Rounds - Another late 1940's-early 1950's top quality "cocktail" piece with side to side and end to end set baguette rhinestones, this one terminating with marquises.Center curved focal point has inverted u shaped piece that attaches with a screw that may or may not be removeable. Pave set side portions attach to chain with pave set u-links, which repeat at the foldover marquise set clasp. Difficult to measure but should fit at least a 15" neck. This is possibly a Boucher piece but since it is unsigned this is purely conjecture. Rhodium plate, foldover clasp is set with a single clear marquise. Item: UN5-376 Price: $44.50 US On HOLD |
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Description: Teal Star Necklace - Want something that looks patriotic but not the standard red/white/blue? This teal rhinestone star necklace circa 1950's may just be the ticket. Typical rhinestone chain has unusual star shaped glass stones under a rhinestone arch. Fancy foldover clasp. Will fit up to a 14 1/2" neck. One stone is a replacement. Item: UN10-118 Price: $35.00 US |
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Description: Link Necklace in Light Blue Aurora Borealis Rhinestones - Set in silvertone, these were the mainstay of the 1950's and it is easy to see why - they were beautiful, affordable and went with a lot of clothing. Pretty enough to wear out to dinner but funky enough to go with denim. This adjusts up to almost 18" and could be extended farther if needed. Typical of the type of necklace Lisner and Coro made in the 1950's. Item: UN7-467 Price: $26.50 US  |
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Description: Funky Black Beaded Fringed Collar Marked West Germany - I still see a glimmer of irridescence in some of the smaller beads but the general effect is black. Goldtone chain and findings. Adjustable hook will fit up to a 16 1/2" neck (could easily be made larger if needed). About 1" wide. Lots of fun for a bargain price. Item: UN11-345 Price: $15.00 US |
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Description: Necklace with Dk. Blue Faux Moonstones and Clear Rhinestones - Done in 5 links plus chain, this should fit up to a 16 1/2" neck. Silvertone, about 1 1/2" at widest point. Coro made a lot of the faux moonstone pieces combining with clear rhinestones (and often times enamel, which this doesn't have), and this piece is probably by this company. Item: UN8-259 Price: $39.50 US |
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Description: Red and Frosted Clear Bead Flapper Style Necklace - 28" continuous strand (no clasp) necklace with red seed bead and frosted round bead tassel. Re-strung on red silk thread for your security. Item: UN12-155 Price: $36.50 US |
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Description: Teal, Frosted Aqua and Clear RS Dog Collar Necklace - This is quite a piece, and must have been expensive originally as it has it's original safety chain (something that wouldn't have been used on an inexpensive piece.) Teal RS "flowers" alternate with frosted aqua marquise "leaves" bordered with clear rhinestones. Potmetal setting, 14" x 1/2". Very good condition - a few of the teal stones have changed color slightly with age and could be changed if they bothered you, but this is pretty minor and to be expected with authentic pieces over fifty years old. Item: UN8-508 Price: $64.50 US set |
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Description: Goldtone Mesh and Dark Colorado Topaz Rhinestone Collar - While these multi pronged glass stones look smokey topaz colored on my monitor, they are actually a medium brown. Adjustable hook closure, will accomodate up to a 16 1/2" neck. 3/4" wide at center. Item: UN12-242 Price: $25.00 US |
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Description: Necklace with frosted clear oval cabochons - Three sections feature the cabochons with clear aurora borealis rhinestones and small white glass pearls. Back chain may not be original, priced accordingly. A few small spots in the flatback cabs as is typical. Necklace will fit up to a 16 1/2" neck. I have recently seen this same design identified on ebay as SELRO because it apparently that matching earrings that were marked, and have also seen a demi parure that matches this in purple, necklace was unmarked, earrings were marked SELRO. Item: UN9-371 Price: $29.50 US |
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Description: Smoked Topaz and Jonquil Necklace - Possibly a D&E piece, this has rhinestone chain in jonquil (light yellow) and nice quality octagonal unfoiled dark brown stones with two brown rhinestones used above and below at the center for accents. Goldplated brass setting, adjustable hook closure. This will extend up to a little over 14 1/4". Yellow stones show some aging but still have plenty of sparkle, unfoiled stones are excellent condition. Pretty with the v-necked tops and dresses that are prevalent right now. Bargain price. Item: UN12-516 Price: $30.00 US  |
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Description: Amber Colored Glass Stone Collet-Set Necklace - Unfoiled glass stones set in silvertone metal "collars" and prong set; old style spring ring clasp. Will fit up to a 15" neck size. Item: UN10-123 Price: $45.00 US |
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Description: Czech-type Bead Necklace in Topaz Glass and Clear Frosted Glass Beads - 17" necklace features "light bulb" beads double strung to form interesting lumpy stations, connected by Czech multi-faceted rondelle beads with cone shaped frosted end caps. Old spring ring clasp, looks to be original stringing. Whether you appreciate lovely old beads or just like great design, this is a wonderful piece for those who look good in autumn colors. Item: UN11-331 Price: $49.50 US |
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Description: Goldtone Mesh Faux Lariat with Golden Topaz Rhinestones - This looks like a lariat or a bolo but is actually a "negligee" necklace with asymmetrical tails. It has almost a retro feel with volute type accents. The topaz rhinestones are all prong set; a few have darkened slightly but in general this is in really wonderful condition. This measures 18" with a 2" and a 3" tail. Item: UN11-398 Price: $35.00 US |
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Description: Green and Frosted Clear Bead Necklace - This piece features gorgeous emerald green and clear glass beads that look almost like handblown glass "pears" in the center section, with frosted and pearlized clear beads and various emerald green round and seed beads making up the chain sections. Spring ring clasp looks newer and I think this may have been restrung at some point (not by me!). Approximately 20" long. Very interesting piece. Item: UN12-156 Price: $27.50 US |
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Description: Blue Cabochon anc Clear RS Necklace - Very unusual cabochon necklace with rhinestone links and pave set castings. Twelve pronged glass cabochons each have four rhinestone set leaves; these links are linked with links set with three clear rhinestones. Metal has darkened either by time or design on the top side, while underneath seems to be shiny silver plating. Adjustable hook style, with rhinestone set tail ending in a clear rhinestone pear drop - hook is also rhinestone set with clear baguettes. It is my feeling that the hook may be a long ago replacement. The cabochons get their unusual grey blue color that imitates chalcedony from dark blue foiling on the underside. One cabochon shows loss of about half of that foiling; one other has a small foiling ding. These flaws are only apparent when held up to backlighting and scrutinized carefully and do not show when worn. Fits up to 15" neck and would be extendable very easily on the hook end. Very Trifari looking or possibly Schoeffel. Item: UN12-400 Price: $59.50 US |
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