SUSAN CAPLAN VINTAGE 1986 vintage chanel rare ruby gripoix clip-on earrings
- SKU:
- 939387_RD01
- UPC:
- 2310060015295
The most desired label in the world. A rare pair of gold plated iconic CC logo clip-on earrings. Features ruby red gripoix cabochons. Stamped with Chanel authenticity mark.
In 1869 Paris master glassmaker Augustina Gripoix began making crystals by pouring melted glass paste (pate de verre) into press moulds and achieved purity of colour transparency and shine. Coco Chanel was a loyal client of Madame Gripoix for many decades.
This Chanel item has been authenticated by Susan Caplan. We are not affiliated orendorsed by the brand.
Gold plate and gripoix 2 cm
ABOUT THE DESIGNER
The legendary Coco Chanel was a champion of costume jewellery mixing fine and costume pieces together. She was one of the most influential fashion icons of all time. During a very brief career as a cabaret singer Chanel performed in clubs in Vichy and Moulins where she was nicknamed Coco. Vintage Chanel jewellery is generally bold in design gold or silver plated with distinctive colouring. Her iconic CCs seen on so many of her creations was an interpretation of a stained glass
SKU No.: 939387_RD01
Style No.: 939387