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c.1950s W. Germany 3-Strand Statement Necklace 🌟 Citrus Glow-in-the-Dark Beads!

$89.00

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Welcome to CurvyMomma Boutique. We specialize in mindfully curated, slow-fashion vintage treasures for intentional collectors, stylists, and curators. Discover our complete collections and official online storefront at curvymomma.com.
For your consideration is an extraordinarily playful, highly collectible piece of mid-century design history: a Vintage West Germany (W. Germany) 3-Strand Statement Necklace. Highly coveted for its exceptional novelty factor, this authentic estate piece showcases tiered rows of multi-textured lucite beads in a vivid citrus color palette of orange, yellow, and milk white—complete with a rare glow-in-the-dark featureintegrated right into the beads.
Stamped and manufactured during the golden era of Western European costume jewelry exports between 1950 and 1959, this piece represents the height of post-WWII plastic fabrication innovation. Rather than standard mass-produced modern alternatives, West German jewelry from this period is celebrated by curators for its structural complexity, unique components, and exceptional durability. The bright, layered bib configuration sits beautifully on the neckline, making it a vibrant conversation starter and a necessary archival addition for any serious mid-century collector.

✒️ The Design & History
  • Brand/Maker Stamping: Made in W. Germany (West Germany)
  • Origin / Production Date: Circa 1950–1959
  • Materials: Multi-textured Lucite / Thermoplastic molded novelty beads
  • Special Features: Phosphorescent glow-in-the-dark beads
  • Aesthetic: Mid-Century Modern, Kitsch, Retro Pop, Statement Bib Choker

✨ Condition Note
This necklace is in excellent vintage condition. The strands are structurally stable and securely strung, while the signature West German brass/alloy hardware functions flawlessly. The lucite beads retain their smooth surfaces, bright color vibrancy, and active phosphorescent properties. It has been meticulously inspected, gently detailed, and preserved in our boutique studio environment.