RASPBERRY QUARTZ & GOLD CHARM NECKLACE, 1990s
RASPBERRY QUARTZ & GOLD CHARM NECKLACE, 1990s
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FROM THE NINETIES, FOR TODAY: RASPBERRY QUARTZ MEGACHARMS & THE EASIEST-TO-WEAR PAPERCLIP CHAIN necklace, out of the archive for you to rock right now. Made in Italy with five faceted, raspberry-purple quartz drop charms framed in yellow gold, a playful collision of on-trend fashion & timeless style.
Created in the 1990s, it could hardly feel more current today. Elongated links give the chain its graphic rhythm, while the pear-shaped quartz drops add a neo-romantic vibe to the equation.
WE LOVE THIS NECKLACE because of how naturally it fits into any jewellery collection. It has the right colour and character to stand alone while remaining perfectly viable to layer: this is the kind of necklace you can bring to any stack party. Gentlemen buyers, do note how exceptionally easy it is to gift this jewel that is not size-dependent.
STYLE: Wear it with a neat T-shirt or an open shirt for that clean, modern look. Stack it with several gold chains, a slim diamond necklace and other paperclip links, alternating lengths for every layer to be visible. From daytime plans to a night out, this is a style-enhancing jewel you will repeatedly reach for.
Our Price Analysis
AN EXCELLENT PRICE because this necklace combines meaningful 18k gold weight, five generously-sized quartz drops and Italian craftsmanship at a level that is highly competitive against both contemporary and vintage paperclip chains and coloured-stone necklaces.
• MATERIAL VALUE: Based on the estimated carats of quartz, the necklace likely contains up to approximately 29g of 18k gold. At current spot levels, this provides unusually strong intrinsic support for the asking price.
• GEMSTONE VALUE: Quartz is an accessible gemstone, yet the value here lies in assembling five large, well-matched drops with a consistent raspberry-purple palette. Each stone has been individually faceted, framed in gold and articulated to move independently.
• CRAFTSMANSHIP: The slim, close-fitting gold settings maximise the visible colour of the quartz, while the articulated suspension rings allow the drops to move freely. Combined with the elongated paperclip links, this creates a necklace with rhythm, movement and a distinctly handmade character.
• DESIGN VALUE: Created in the late 1980s to 1990s, the necklace feels remarkably relevant today. Paperclip chains are central to contemporary jewellery, while its charm-like drops make this example more individual and memorable than a simple link necklace.
• SECONDARY MARKET VALUE: Contemporary Italian, French and Continental paperclip chains of comparable estimated metal weight can command considerable pricing before gemstones are introduced. Although this necklace is unsigned, its 18k construction, colour, Italian origin and 41.40g gross weight make it highly competitive within the current market.
• PRICE VALUE: The asking price represents little more than twice the necklace’s estimated intrinsic gold value, an attractive multiple for a finished Italian jewel with five individually mounted gemstones. Offered in very good condition by a JWL Trusted Dealer, this is an excellent opportunity for collectors seeking both material value and immediate wearability.
Details
BRAND & PERIOD: Unsigned Italian workshop, estimated c. 1980s–1990s
MATERIALS: 18k yellow gold; five faceted, pear-shaped raspberry-purple quartz drops, measuring approx. 2cm wide, weighing approx. 12–16ct each, 60–80ct total, individually set in gold; paperclip-link gold chain. Quartz identification, treatment and carat weights are estimates. For exact details, please message us.
DIMENSIONS: Necklace length 25.50cm; each quartz drop approx. 2cm wide. Please message us for further measurements.
WEIGHT: 41.40g
FASTENING: Spring-ring clasp
CONDITION: Very good, with light surface wear consistent with age. Can be repolished for you upon request.
JWL AUTHENTICITY GUARANTEE:
• Seller Profile: This item is offered by a Trusted Dealer in Italy
• Origin: Estimated to have been crafted by an Italian fine jewellery workshop
• Certificate available upon request
• Maker’s marks and hallmarks available upon request
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Refund Policy
Refund Policy
Due to the high value, collectible nature, and vulnerability to fraud (e.g. part-swapping or gemstone replacement), we do not accept returns or offer refunds, except under limited circumstances.
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