ULTRA RARE Juliana (D&E) 1960s Statement Costume Bib Necklace.
A truly exceptional and highly sought-after vintage treasure, this magnificent 1960s Juliana (DeLizza & Elster) bib necklace embodies bold mid-century glamour at its finest. Designed in a dramatic collar style, it elegantly frames the neckline with an opulent cascade of jet-black rhinestones, brought to life with flashes of Aurora Borealis (AB) crystals that shimmer in vibrant rainbow tones as they catch the light.
The design is richly layered and beautifully intricate, featuring large pear-cut faceted black rhinestones as the focal points, interspersed with navette-cut stones that add texture and movement. Along the outer edge, delicate festoon-style “V” formations of AB stones create that unmistakable Juliana sparkle, each ending in striking black drops for added drama and dimension.
Crafted on a silver-tone articulated base, the necklace offers both durability and flexibility, allowing it to contour comfortably around the neck while maintaining its bold, structured presence.
*Juliana pieces were famously unsigned, originally sold with paper tags that are often lost, making verified designs like this especially desirable among collectors.
* This exact necklace design is a documented and recognised Juliana example, known within collector circles and featured in Juliana reference archives such as isitjulianajewelry.com ( see last pictures)
*Highly collectible, with comparable pieces achieving $850 – $1500 (±R14,000 – R24,000) on the international market.
Measurements : The collar necklace with a length of 37 cm and weight of 151 grams.
