TIFFANY & CO 1979 Elsa Peretti Touchstone Carved Nephrite Necklace in 18Kt Gold

A nephrite 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 1978-79. This model is rare and was conceived as a casual necklace with a free-form pendant beautifully carved from a single piece of natural Nephrite Green Jade which is mounted with 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. The chain id fitted with a toggle security lock.

Weight: 25.20 grams (16.20 Dwt).

Measurements: The pendant have a main diameter of 40 mm (1.58 Inches) and a maximum thickness of 9 mm.

Chain length: 30 Inches (76.2 Cm).

Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark, the mark for the assay of the 18kt yellow gold and signed in full as follows, "©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 nephrite 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: N040425TENM/.6057