Vintage 1970s Egyptian Revival 9 Panel Filigree Statement Bib Necklace Fringe

Description

View Vintage 1970s Egyptian Revival 9 Panel Filigree Statement Bib Necklace Fringe with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Add a dramatic, runway-scale piece to your collection with this authentic vintage Egyptian Revival crescent collar necklace. This spectacular, unbranded "unsigned beauty" is a masterclass in mid-to-late 20th-century costume jewelry design, featuring an exceptionally dense layout of nine matching fan-shaped drop panels finished in an antiqued gold-tone plating.Intricate Front-Facing Detail: The front showcases an elaborate openwork faux-filigree pattern layered with raised decorative domes, twisted rope wire borders, and miniature floral rosettes. A deep, dark factory-applied oxidized patina sets into the low recesses, making the golden highlights pop beautifully.Fluid Movement: Suspended from the base of each panel are fluid, spear-point fringe paddles that catch the light and create dynamic motion across the collarbone. The negative spaces between the primary panels are seamlessly filled with matching standalone charms for a dense, continuous bib profile.Structural Design: Built to drape flawlessly, the three central anchor panels feature solid metal backings to provide stability and proper chest weight, while the outer wings transition to lightweight, hollow-shell backings for comfortable all-day wear. The center panel reverse includes a raised factory numeric mold tracking stamp from the foundry casting process.Dimensions: Measures a substantial 9 inches horizontally across the bib section, with a dramatic 4.5-inch central vertical drop. The chain secures with a classic, working vintage spring ring clasp.Condition Note:This completely intact necklace is free of missing dangles or broken links. It exhibits beautiful, age-appropriate vintage character, including minor finish wear on the reverse high points where the gold plating reveals the underlying silver-gray base metal. There are a few tiny spots of green verdigris residue on the reverse connecting loops of the far-left panel, consistent with authentic mid-century metals. Please review all high-resolution macro photographs carefully as they serve as the definitive visual description. Condition: Pre-owned - Good. Category: Jewelry & Watches › Vintage & Antique Jewelry › Necklaces & Pendants. Brand: Unbranded.

Signed

Yes

Color

Gold, Silver

Material

Metal

Secondary Stone

No Stone

Necklace Length

16 in

Main Stone

No Stone

Vintage

Yes

Brand

Unbranded

Type

Necklace

Theme

Bohemian

Style

Bib, Statement

Features

Dangle

Number of Gemstones

0

Chain Type

Cable