Preliminary identification
Photo reference
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Overview
A striking vintage open-cuff torque collar crafted from multi-strand woven and braided gold-tone wire that tapers elegantly toward smooth domed finial caps. This bold, sculptural design exemplifies the high-fashion statement jewelry trends of the late 20th century.
Story
Braided metallic collars surged onto catwalks in the late 1970s, turning ancient torque jewelry into bold modern power dressing. This sculptural open-neck design flexes to fit, weaving dozens of fine wires into wearable armor.
Maker / Origin
While unsigned in the visible areas, this intricate multi-wire braiding style was popularized by luxury houses like Bulgari and costume masters like Kenneth Jay Lane and Monet, as well as renowned Italian gold workshops in Arezzo and Vicenza.
Condition & Value
Very good vintage condition overall. The wire weave retains its shape and spring tension well, with minor surface rubbing, tarnishing, and plating wear visible on the solid finial end caps. Valued as a fine vintage costume or gold-plated statement collar necklace.
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Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.