Vogue's Two-Toned Layered Snail Chain Set c. 1970's

Located in New York City, Park Importing Company began producing costume jewelry under the “Vogue” label in 1936. The company owners, founders and the main designers were Harold Shapiro and his partners Jack Gilbert and George Grant. Originally, the company specialized in manufacturing faux pearl jewelry and beads. Traditionally, Vogue costume jewelry demonstrated originality, innovation of design and very high quality. This explains the popularity and demand for Vogue decorations among costume jewelry lovers.

Having worked as the main designer of Vogue jewelry, Harold Shapiro left the company. And already in 1963, he and his son Bernard founded Les Bernard, Inc.

Noteworthy, the earliest pieces have marks “VOGUE JLRY”, or “VOGUE” and they are scarce on the market. This set has VOGUE marked on the earrings. It was purchased from an estate sale, and condition is used. However, the piece is in perfect condition with little signs of wear.

Type of chain is snail chain. The necklace has four layers, each with four chains (four hangings holding four chains each, two are silver, and the other two are antique gold, almost bronze in colour). It is fairly heavy. Closure is a hook clasp, and the earrings are clip-ons.

Measurements:

Necklace:
Length: 16" adjustable to 19"
Width: 1” (when all chains are together)
Hook closure
Snail chain, two-toned: antique gold/bronze and silver

Earrings:
1" (length and width)
Snail chain, two-toned: antique gold/bronze and silver
Clip-ons

Materials:
Snail chain, two-toned: antique gold/bronze and silver on metal