Christian Dior by Kramer 'Shadow Box' Pave and Table Cut Ruby Pendant Necklace and Pendant Clip Earrings Set
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Christian Dior by Kramer 'Shadow Box' Pave and Table Cut Ruby Pendant Necklace and Pendant Clip Earrings Set
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Description: rhodium plated base metal, rhinestones, faux ruby crystals
Marked: Christian Dior by Kramer (on necklace clasp); earrings unsigned
Reference: One of 'the most exciting' of the groups in the first Dior by Kramer collections, described in Women's Wear Daily, 1 June 1951 p 27, was the "Shadow Box", used in pins, bracelets, earrings and pendant necklaces, where 'a central giant stone cut in various shapes, from emerald to round, is set off by crystal rhinestones... mounted in tiers so that they frame the stone which appears recessed". A similar variant necklace was advertised for sale at Harry S Manchester Inc., price $25.20, in the [Madison]Wisconsin State Journal, 31 Aug 1951, p 30; click thumbnail above to view advertisement. See also the matching bracelet SSS932 ••Reference Links - sss932
Condition: Excellent
Size: Necklace 14.5" overall; central element 1.5" x 1.25"; earrings 1.5" x 0.7"
Price: US$1575 ' - see our Sales Policies (link below) for any shipping charges
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