A vintage Jean Vitau 18k gold set comprises of a necklace and earrings. The set features cabochon amethyst and garnet. The necklace is comprised of graduated gold beads strung on a gold wire which is only visible from the back. The wire holds five bezel set gemstones in the center staged in a gold swirling design. All these elements seamlessly linked to one another to create a silky smooth, high-polished piece. The spring makes the necklace flexible and sitting comfortably on the neck. The earrings’ design repeats necklace’s swirling gold elements and gemstones. They are staged vertically, so each earring has a cabochon garnet set in the middle and two cabochon amethysts on the sides. These Jean Vitau earrings are colorful and eloquent pieces you can wear to brighten up your formal look. Being worn together with the necklace they make a great set for a night out. These vintage earrings and necklace are made in 1994 of 18 karat yellow gold and feature round cabochon amethyst and green garnet. The spring in the necklace is made of 14 karat gold (stamped). The Jean Vitau vintage earrings measure 1 1/8" x 5/8” x 7/8" (3 x 1.5 x 2.1 cm) and weight 35.4 grams. The vintage Jean Vitau necklace measures 15" (38 cm) long plus the 1 ¼” (3 cm) gap that makes the necklace fit up to 16" (40 cm) neck. The necklace width graduates from 5/8" (1.6 cm) in the center down to ¼” (0.6 cm) at the ends. The bead necklace weighs 77.8 grams. The vintage pieces are stamped with Jean Vitau maker's marks, 18k gold hallmarks, year of manufacture. About Jean Vitau Brand: Jean Vitau was one of the most impactful jewelry makers of his time. He was born in France in the 1930 and began his career in the jewelry industry at a young age by apprenticing in his uncle's Parisian atelier. That experience brought his creativity to a whole other level and became a foundation for his future success. Vitau came up with a unique setting technique idea called “Gemlok setting”. With that setting he changed the bridal ring market and became a main supplier for Tiffany & Co. Vitau’s Gemlok setting is still an innovative, secure, and elegant way to set gemstones. In addition to working for Tiffany, Vitau created jewels for Van Cleef & Arpels in parallel with building his own company. The brand is known for using unusual gemstones that are colorful and eloquent. Jean Vitau pieces have a distinct European charm with an American take on luxury and style. His use of vibrant gemstones set in intricate designs made his jewelry stand out. Jean Vitau jewelry is timeless not only by the design but also by being made with the highest quality standards in mind. About Estate Jewelry: Purchasing estate jewelry is an excellent way to buy high-quality pieces at a fair price. Those who appreciate classic or one-of-a-kind pieces prefer purchasing estate jewelry for a wide range of styles and historical influences. Buying jewelry online can be challenging. The quality of the making has not got better over time while the design is getting more and more generic. Add ever rising prices and you could end up not finding anything suitable. To purchase a high-quality jewelry piece for an obtainable price consider buying estate items. Quality vs Quantity Estate pieces mostly belong to the era when jewels were handmade and not mass produced. There were simply less jewelry makers at that time and they cared about their reputation. Opposed to the current fast fashion approach, life pace was in general slower. That allowed makers to take more time to craft a truly quality piece. Fair price vs Overpriced Designer pieces aka signed pieces can cost multiple times more than their unsigned equivalents. We pay not only for an item itself but also for the brand advertising campaigns and all the buzz the name creates. Prices for estate jewelry form differently and mostly depend on the cost paid by a seller. A pre-owned Bulgari ring and a brand-new Bulgari piece have a significant price difference. Ask your local jewelry store about the retail price of the desired piece and you’ll be pleasantly surprised. True value vs Seasonal rush Pre-owned jewelry retains its value as over time it gets unique and sought-after. Think about purchasing a new car that loses its value right after you left your dealer versus buying a vintage vehicle. At the Nadine Krakov Collection we are in love with all things beautiful. Each of our estate jewelry pieces is in excellent condition. We preserve the history and the greatest styles of the past so our clients can enjoy it to the fullest.
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Creator:
Jean Vitau
Metal:
18k Gold,Yellow Gold
Stone:
Amethyst,Garnet
Stone Cut:
Cabochon
Weight:
113.2 g
Dimensions:
Depth: 0.8 in (20.32 mm)
Sold As:
Set of 3
Place of Origin:
United States
Period:
1990-1999
Date of Manufacture:
1994
Condition:
ExcellentWear consistent with age and use.


Reserve: $18,800.00

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