TIFFANY & CO. 1977 Elsa Peretti Jasper Touchstone Pendant Necklace In 18Kt Gold
A jasper necklace designed by Elsa Peretti (1940-2021) for Tiffany & Co.
This is a very rare vintage touch-stone necklace created in New York City at Tiffany & Co. by Elsa Peretti, back in 1977-79. This model is rare and was conceived as a casual necklace with a free-form pendant beautifully carved from a single piece of natural Reddish Jasper which is displayed with a concealed inlaid gold mounting. The touchstone is attached to a long 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 has his own personality and are unique, with some variations in shape.
Country: New York City, United States.
Period: Modernism, 1976-1978.
Weight: 29.20 grams (18.75 Dwt).
Measurements: The pendant is 52 mm by 43 mm by 8 mm, (2.05 x 1.70 x 0.32 Inches).
Chain length: 27 Inches (68.6 Cm).
Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark, the mark for the assay of the 18kt yellow gold and signed in full as follows, "©PERETTI 18KT 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 jasper necklace by Tiffany & Co. is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.
Condition: The overall condition of this Tiffany & Co. jasper necklace by Elsa Peretti is excellent. Besides the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold or the jasper. This touchstone piece was carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: N110425TIEN/.7019
