Iconic Renoir Post-Arts & Crafts Copper Nefertiti Necklace

An innovator in the jewelry industry, besides being a leader of the mid-century style revolution, Renoir featured three distinctive product finishes that set them apart from competitors. The first was “Copron” coating, which minimized tarnish. Some Renoir pieces are also painted with a corrosion-inhibiting, shiny lacquer finish.The 31 copper link-lozenges on its chain are staggered and measure from 1" (25.4mm) long to 5/8" (15.87mm) long. The whole is constructed to last: It's weathered over half a century already and is still in excellent condition. This piece harkens back to a time when "American engineering" was considered a pinnacle of civilization's many achievements.