Vtg 1940s Retro Sapphire Blue Glass Sterling Silver Repousse Link Necklace

  

Why You'll Love It. Expert silverwork that demands attention.

The sleek and timeless silhouette of this 1940s necklace gets an eye-catching effect from the uniquely detailed and sophisticated links that are oceanic-like in design. Crafted through repousse technique, the swirling silver setting culminates in a single sapphire-blue glass cabochon on each link, enhancing the fluid, water-like design. Truly gleaming from all angles, this piece was clearly designer-made and has the quality you'd expect from a retro-era piece.

Bright patina with minimal surface wear to the setting. Fresh sheen, light surface wear. There is one cab that has a small chip which is noticeable only on close inspection. The Retro period, flourishing during the 1940s, is a captivating epoch in jewelry design.

Against the backdrop of the 20th century's shifting dynamics, this era, commonly called the'40s Glamour', introduced a departure from the Art Deco style. Jewelry from the Retro period is a vibrant celebration of opulence, marked by its larger-than-life and bold designs characterized by sweeping curves, voluminous shapes, and intricate textures. The period's embrace of yellow and rose gold, often paired with colorful semi-precious stones like citrine, aquamarine, and amethyst, reflects a profound shift in aesthetic and cultural values.

During World War II, the jewelry industry adapted to wartime restrictions by incorporating synthetic gems and conserving precious metals like sterling silver. The Retro period's jewelry, rich with symbolism and often boasting floral and bow motifs, captures the spirit of resilience and creativity during a transformative era, ensuring its enduring allure. Color plays a key role in jewelry design and, in turn, its collectibility. Whether natural stones or glass, what exact hue of blue was used or the combination of colors can tell you what time period a piece was made. Certain shades can be more common during a particular decade, making that piece of jewelry a classic example of the period - or - conversely, a vibrant and unique shade might make it uncommon.

_gsrx_vers_1678 GS 9.8.2 (1678).