Vintage Gold Tone Necklace W/ Green Rhinestones & Enamel Leaves

Length: 12 - 17 inches 🌿 Design & Craftsmanship This vintage necklace is a stunning example of mid-20th century costume jewelry, featuring a delicate leaf motif. The links are shaped like flowing leaves, accented with pale green enamel that mirrors the elegance of spring foliage. Interspersed between the enamel leaves are sparkling green rhinestones, catching the light and adding a sense of vitality and glamour. 🕰️ Historical Context Jewelry of this style was especially popular in the 1950s and 1960s, a period when fashion embraced natural motifs—leaves, flowers, and vines were common elements symbolizing renewal, femininity, and grace. Costume jewelry houses such as Trifari, Coro, and Lisner frequently produced similar designs, making them accessible to a wide audience who desired affordable yet stylish adornments to match the era’s elegant dresses and cocktail attire. 💎 Materials & Aesthetic Gold-tone metal provides a warm and classic base. Hand-painted enamel leaves reflect mid-century craftsmanship, adding texture and a lifelike quality. Brilliant-cut green rhinestones mimic the sparkle of peridot or emerald, bringing a luxurious touch without the cost of fine gemstones.