Vintage Mid Century French Blue Gripoix Glass Bead Necklace Victorian Many French jewellers would import

Many French jewellers would import Czech stones to be used in creations and this brooch is a great example of this

The brooch is marked 'Silver' and features a secure hook clasp

The beads feature twisted ends and are strung in a similar fashion to Chanel pieces but I remain unsure of the necklaces exact provenance

The ring is hallmarked on the inside band with a Birmingham assay mark and makers mark 'GM'

The brooch tests as 9ct gold except for the inside frame of the locket which is a gold plated base metal

Vintage Mid Century French Blue Gripoix Glass Bead Necklace Victorian Many French jewellers would importA beautiful Mid Century statement necklace featuring an ornate gold metal panel set with blue gripoix glass detailing. The central panel features various shades of blue glass that complement the gold frame detailing so well. The centrepiece is attached to a beaded gold metal chain, finished with a secure screw barrel clasp that I think has been added at a later date. The necklace is most likely by Maison Gripoix. The beads feature twisted ends and are