Vintage 1980s NAPIER Signed Multi-Strand Beaded Statement Necklace

Buying vintage jewelry reduces waste, protects the planet, and celebrates the artistry of those who came before us. Length: 17 inches 🕰️ Historical Context This signed Napier necklace from the 1980s reflects a period when American costume jewelry embraced bold craftsmanship paired with classical references. During this decade, Napier—founded in 1875 and long respected for its metalwork—expanded its design language to include lush, layered bead constructions inspired by ancient, Mediterranean, and revivalist styles. The 1980s were defined by power dressing and statement accessories, and necklaces like this were designed to be visually rich, substantial, and unmistakably present. ✨ Design & Form This necklace features a multi-strand composition of creamy ivory-toned beads, interspersed with warm coral-colored accents and gold-tone spacer beads. The graduated bead sizes and rhythmic repetition create a collar-like silhouette, echoing: 📜 Classical Roman and Etruscan jewelry 🌊 Mediterranean coral traditions 👑 Victorian revival bead layering The sculpted, shell-like clasp element further reinforces Napier’s attention to sculptural detail and finish. 🏛️ Napier in the 1980s By the 1980s, Napier jewelry had become synonymous with timeless elegance rather than fleeting trends. The brand focused on: Wearable luxury Historically inspired silhouettes Jewelry that complemented both formalwear and tailored daywear