Description: Very large Mid Century Modern designer signed Benedikt NY Maltese Cross Brooch Pendant Combination. The center is set with a large marbled Peking green Glass cabochon surrounded by Dark Green Emerald Rhinestones. This is a very large piece measuring 2 3/4 by 2 3/4". It has a secure roll over safety clasp and also a substantial hook for wearing as a pendant. It is clearly signed on the back. This piece was well cared for and I see no damage to note. About the Designer:New York based jeweler Howard Benedikt made costume jewelry marked Benedikt in the period of 1955 – 1963. Located at 389 5th Avenue, one of the most fashionable streets of New York, Benedikt jewelry company produced high quality jewelry. Meanwhile, collectors of vintage costume jewelry find Benedikt designs and quality similar to Hattie Carnegie’s. Indeed, the original design of Benedikt NY works inspired many of Howard Benedikt’s colleagues. In particular, well-known designer Kenneth Jay Lane, who drew ideas for his collections in Benedikt jewelry. The Maltese cross in various styles and color combinations was the most famous and iconic design by Howard Benedikt. 817
Price: 59 USD
Location: Columbia, Missouri
End Time: 2024-11-30T18:23:02.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Item Specifics
Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Shape: Cross
Signed: Yes
Color: Gold Tone
Main Stone Color: Green
Material: Crystal, Glass
Item Length: 2.75
Metal: Gold Plated
Modified Item: No
Jewelry Department: Fashion
Vintage: Yes
Main Stone: Rhinestones
Brand: Howard Benedikt
Department: Unisex Adult
Type: Brooch Pendant combination
Metal Purity: Gold Tone
Era: 1960s
Main Stone Shape: Round
Base Metal: Alloy
Original/Reproduction: Original
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Country of Origin: United States
