MARINA B. Milano Pneus Necklace In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Russian Quartzes

Pneus necklace designed by Marina B. (1930-2023).

This fantastic colorful necklace was created in Milano Italy by Marina B. back in 1994. The necklace is from the Pneus Unthreaded beads collection and is particularly named the Cimin model. It is mounted with twenty-five Russian pink and yellow quartzes spaced by twenty-four tubular dividers made up in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with high polished finish. It is fitted with a concealed security box lock. Pieces from this collection was made in very limited editions with an estimate of only five pieces of each colors variations. Marina B. jewelry is highly appreciated and her jewelry is turning to be highly collectable.

Russian Quartz: Mount with 25 round cushioned cabochon cuts (15 x 8 mm) carved from vivid pink and orange-yellow Russian quartzes with a total weight of about 200 carats.

Weight: Total is 131.95 Grams (84.58 Dwt.).

Measurements: The length is 17.75 Inches (45 Cm), and the width is 15 mm (0.59 Inch).

Hallmarks: Both are stamped with Italian marks; the maker's mark, the mark for the assay and warranty of the 18kt gold, the five-digits serial numbers and signed in full as follows, "©MARINA B. MB .750 *2875AL MADE IN ITALY C2490".

Marina Bulgari

She was born in Rome in 1930, she is widely regarded as one of the most important women in jewelry of our time. Her adventurous and ambitious spirit led her family’s famed Maison in 1976 to launch Marina B. Determined and able to make her own name whilst honoring her family’s nurtured passion and talented heritage, Marina’s unique style became world-renowned for its boldness and timelessness. Rich and opulent yet so very contemporary, Marina invented her own gemstone cuts in addition to reinventing many others. She successfully opened her first showroom in Geneva in 1978, which led to boutiques in Milan, Paris and New York and a worldwide clientele. Marina B’s modern vision and creative excellence inspired a first generation of women purchasing jewels for themselves. In its present day, Guy Bedarida brings the brand into the right now, with beautifully fitting collections that continue to embrace Marina’s innovative aesthetic.

Literature: Viviane Jutheau De Witt, Marina B. The Art of Jewelry Design, Skira 2003. Pp 83 Pneus collection, for this example illustration 146 see figures.

Collateral: This necklace is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.

Condition: The overall condition of this Marina B. Pneus necklace is excellent. Besides the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. The 25 Russian quartzes are secured in their settings. This necklace has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: N120424RNNM/3.171