Original Vintage: Double Strand Ciro Pearls Necklace with 9 ct Gold Clasp with Original Box and Care Leaflet
Dating from: 1950s
Necklace Stamp: Ciro 9 ct
Box Stamp: Ciro of Bond Street London & New York
'Ciro' quality English makers, Ciro of Bond Street were well known for their high quality costume jewellery ranges which included faux and cultured pearls, diamante and paste jewellery in both base metals, Sterling silver and 9ct gold.
Measurements:
Inner Strand length: 18 ¼ " (46.5cm)
Outer Strand length 19 ¼ " (49cm)
This means the pearls are Princess Length and sit with plenty of room around the neckline please see the last photo of the necklace on a 13 ½ “mannequin neck to see how they hang
Smallest Pearl measured flat on tape measure 1/8 “2 mm
Largest Pearl measured flat on tape 3/8 mm
Presentation Case: 3 ½ x 3 ½ (9 cm x 9 cm )
Made of :Ciro Pearls are not natural pearls they are simulated or cultured clasp is made of 9 ct Gold
The original case is made of metal covered in leatherette with sprung brass hinges and is lined in pale gold satin and velour there are some age marks to the satin
Shape of Pearl: Round
Description: Stunning two graduated rows of Ciro Pearls on hand knotted silk they have a beautiful fluidity to them and sit perfectly in the neckline. The pearls are rich iridescent cream in colour.
Vintage Condition: Excellent Vintage Condition:
Vintage items are not new they date back to a particular era, some have survived in amazing condition, while others may show some signs of age but we feel they still deserve to make it into our collection. Therefore, we have listed our items into three Conditions:
- Excellent Vintage Condition: Means the item is in great shape for its age. (Most of our stock will fall into this category)