1978 Christian Dior Deep Purple Pansy Necklace

This necklace is from Dior's 1978 collection, crafted by Grossé. It is made of gold-plated alloy, glass, and Swarovski crystals. Grossé was one of Dior's esteemed jewelry production partners, together creating countless pieces that captivated fashion jewelry enthusiasts. Grossé excelled in rendering realistic floral and botanical details, showcasing unparalleled mastery in crafting gold-plated alloy jewelry. This delicate necklace features three clear, deep purple pansy blossoms as its centerpiece. The flowing stems and the heart of each flower are adorned with sparkling, captivating clear Swarovski crystals, creating an overall fluid and elegant design. The necklace clasp is marked with Chr.Dior© GERMANY, a marking style used between 1973-85, indicating it belongs to the German line. This piece is featured in Vivienne Becker's book, "100 Years of Passion for Grosse and Bijoux Christian Dior," on page 158. This book is considered a definitive guide to Dior fashion jewelry, highly recommended for all Dior aficionados! About the Grossé Brand: In 1907, brothers-in-law Heinrich Henkel and Florentin Grosse established their workshop in Pforzheim, a city near Germany's Black Forest. The 19th and 20th centuries were the golden age for Pforzheim, then known as the "Gold City," with numerous jewelry companies and extensive metal plating and gold processing industries. Their exceptional craftsmanship in jewelry making allowed Henkel & Grosse to navigate through World War I and the Great Depression of 1929 by supplying gold jewelry to major companies, meeting the growing demand for gold-filled and gold-plated items. They skillfully utilized various materials to foster innovative designs and creativity in jewelry, attracting collaborations with top French luxury brands like LANVIN and Schiaparelli. In 1937, they even received the "Innovative Jewelry Design Award" at the Paris International Exposition. During World War II, their Pforzheim factory was destroyed by British bombing in 1945, leaving the city in ruins. Facing this significant setback, they regrouped and sought new business models, accepting custom orders for high-fashion jewelry and developing the American market. However, their most notable collaboration was with Dior. From 1947 through the late 1960s, their series of jewelry designs with Dior cemented their status among fashion jewelry collectors. In 2005, this historically significant brand was acquired by their partner, Dior. This piece is in good vintage condition, showing normal signs of age and wear consistent with its history. It is a vintage item, not a new product. Origin: Germany Year: 1978 Materials: Gold-plated alloy, glass Gemstones: Swarovski crystals Dimensions: Pendant 3.1x3.0x1.0 cm, Chain length (one side) 20 cm Weight: 7.6g Condition: Good vintage condition with normal oxidation and signs of wear. Purchase Information: "Antique jewelry" refers to pieces over 100 years old. Items less than a century old are classified as vintage or second-hand jewelry. All jewelry sold by Xiang Cheng Antique Jewelry comes with a brand certificate of authenticity, detailing the piece's era, materials, and more. We offer a full refund if the item does not match the certificate's description. Prior to sale, each item's condition is thoroughly documented using video equipment to ensure customers are fully aware of any imperfections or signs of wear. Photographs are an integral part of the product description. Therefore, customers are kindly requested to carefully consider their purchase intent before completing the checkout process. As the items we sell are unique and specialized, we regret that returns or exchanges cannot be accepted for any reason, including minor flaws or normal wear and tear. We urge customers to double-check their purchase decision before checkout to prevent any disputes. Shipping Methods: Free shipping is offered for one item to Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, and Japan. Shipments within Taiwan will be sent via Registered Post. If registered mail is inconvenient, please indicate your preference for convenience store pickup (7-11 or Family Mart) in your order, along with the store name or code. Shipments to Hong Kong and Macau will be sent via SF Express.