Materials and Features:

• Vendôme Ribbon Wave Architecture: Engineered with an articulated, single-strand paneled collar layout where heavy fluid links conform comfortably along the base of the neck, producing a structural, sweeping ribbon formation that maximizes high-angle reflective contrasts.

• Alternating Textured Panel Geometry: Features premium cast rectangular panels arranged in a seamless repeating layout, deeply sculpted with a dual-surface texture pairing three-dimensional machine-striked bark engraving strips next to mirror-polished smooth wave edges.

• Rhodium Plated Luminescent Finish: Treated with an executive-grade, tarnish-resistant rhodium plating bath that delivers a deep, brilliant silver-tone luster while actively shielding the metal substrate from oxidation, fading, or vintage verdigris buildup.

• Articulated High-Presence Chassis: Boasting a substantial sixty-three-and-one-tenth-gram solid metal weight distribution, this high-density layout ensures a weighted fine-jewelry drape that rests perfectly flat against the collarbone without twisting or flipping.

Type: Rigid J-hook clasp paired with an open round-link extension adjuster tail and a solid sphere drop finding.

Age/Origin: Circa 1960–1964 / United States (Providence Atelier).

Marks: Signed VENDOME upon the solid block metal hangtag attached to the extension tail assembly.

Other: This magnificent piece is an authenticated archival survivor from Vendôme's celebrated Modernist Ribbon Wave Series. Launched as Coro’s premier high-end luxury subsidiary, Vendôme targeted elite salon boutiques, utilizing heavy rhodium finishes and custom-sculpted industrial molds that far exceeded standard costume thickness limits. The presence of the specialized combination of hand-polished brightwork strips directly bordering the dense linear stippling on each articulated link serves as an unalterable factory signature proving its true high-tier mid-century design pedigree.

Measurements:

• Weight: 63.1g

• Wearable Length: Adjustable up to approx. 18” total end-to-end extended length.

• Panel Scale: Individual articulated panel links measure exactly 0.5” long x 0.625” wide.

Condition:

Very good condition. The collar necklace retains flawless structural alignment and tight mechanical articulation across every individual ribbon link, with the main body showing minimal surface wear. The bright rhodium plating remains mirror-sharp on the focal front face. True to its age, there are minor target areas of random finish dulling and light wear localized strictly to the round adjuster chain links and hook mechanism, which remains completely hidden when worn.