M. Gérard Convertible Link Necklace
Regular price
$35,000
Dating from the 1970s, this transformable 18K gold and diamond chain is by M. Gérard, Paris. The longchain is composed of elongated oval scalloped links highlighted by round brilliant-cut diamonds, and is convertible into a shorter necklace and two bracelets. Elegant and versatile, of refined French workmanship, this jewel suits many styles and occasions, from casual to glamorous.
Item #: N-21920
Artist: M.Gérard
Country: France
Circa: 1970s
Size: 33" length, 0.425" width (Longchain: 33.00", 2 detachable 7.00" bracelets, shorter chain without bracelets: 18.00")
Materials: 240 brilliant-cut diamonds (approximate total weight 9.50 carats); 18K Gold
Gram Weight: 104.8 g.
Signed: Made in France 18kts 750 SB 700.5, Andre Vassort maker's mark
Item #: N-21920
Artist: M.Gérard
Country: France
Circa: 1970s
Size: 33" length, 0.425" width (Longchain: 33.00", 2 detachable 7.00" bracelets, shorter chain without bracelets: 18.00")
Materials: 240 brilliant-cut diamonds (approximate total weight 9.50 carats); 18K Gold
Gram Weight: 104.8 g.
Signed: Made in France 18kts 750 SB 700.5, Andre Vassort maker's mark
Louis Gérard had worked for many years at Van Cleef & Arpels Paris when he ventured out under his own name, establishing the boutique M. Gérard on the Avenue Montaigne in 196 . Many of his jewels are both opulent and transformable, making them suitable for multiple occasions. During his time at Van Cleef & Arpels, he would have become familiar with the high end manufacturer, André Vassort, one of Van Cleef & Arpels principal outside partners, who also began creating jewelry for Gérard. Gérard catered to the 1960s and 1970s international jet set, throwing glamorous events in exclusive locales such as Cannes, Gstaad, and Monaco.
Louis Gérard had worked for many years at Van Cleef & Arpels Paris when he ventured out under his own name, establishing the boutique M. Gérard on the Avenue Montaigne in 196 . Many of his jewels are both opulent and transformable, making them suitable for multiple occasions. During his time at Van Cleef & Arpels, he would have become familiar with the high end manufacturer, André Vassort, one of Van Cleef & Arpels principal outside partners, who also began creating jewelry for Gérard. Gérard catered to the 1960s and 1970s international jet set, throwing glamorous events in exclusive locales such as Cannes, Gstaad, and Monaco.
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