TIFFANY & CO 1979 Elsa Peretti Nephrite Jug Jar Bottle Necklace in 18Kt Yellow Gold
A jug jar necklace designed by Elsa Peretti (1940-2021) for Tiffany & Co.
This is a very rare vintage jar necklace, created at the Tiffany Studios in New York City by Elsa Peretti, back in 1978-79. This model is rarer that the drop jug jar. This was conceived as a casual necklace with a free-form pendant in the shape of a double handles open jar at its mouth. Beautifully carved from a single piece of natural Nephrite Green Jade which is mounted from the handles with a links chain made up from 18 karats yellow gold. The most interesting fact about Peretti's pieces is that all of them are not equals, each piece have his own personality and are unique, with some variations in shape. This jug jar was made to hold a small decorative flower or just drops of perfumed oil. This original designs is copyrighted by the Nando and Elsa Peretti Foundation.
Weight: 15.2 grams (9.75 Dwt).
Measurements: The double handles jar itself is 29 mm by 22 mm by 11 (1.14 x 0.87 x 0.43 Inches).
Chain length: 27 Inches (68.58 Cm).
Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark, the mark for the assay of the gold and signed in full, "©ELSA PERETTI AU 0.750 TIFFANY & CO. ".
Elsa Peretti
She was a very famous designer that joined Tiffany & Co in 1974 and change the complete role of diamonds and color gemstones in fashion for the everyday wear and elevating the status of the sterling silver jewelry. mostly using unusual gemstones and materials. All her creations are as modern today as ever.
Literature: Tiffany & Co. Tiffany & Co. Blue Book, 1975-76, Pp-24. For this necklace model illustrated.
Collateral: This Elsa Peretti necklace is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.
Condition: The overall condition of this Tiffany & Co. necklace by Elsa Peretti is excellent. Besides the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold or the nephrite. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: N013125AIEM/.3653
