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February 16, 2013 Melinda Lewis 0

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We’re in search of matching earrings for research. Do you have the matching earrings? This necklace featured a fold-over clasp which would date this piece no later than the early 1950s. The clip-back earrings might yield some insight. We’d love to see them!

June 26, 2022 Melinda Lewis 0

We’re in search of matching earrings for research. Do you have the matching earrings? This necklace featured a fold-over clasp which would date this piece no later than the early 1950s. The clip-back earrings might yield some insight. We’d love

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This is another example of the fine hand-wrought detail that went into many of the Napier brooches. This Napier orchid pin measures over 4″ in length. We are offering this piece on our website for a closeout price due to a condition issue on the back. A terrific piece nonetheless!

June 26, 2022 Melinda Lewis 0

This is another example of the fine hand-wrought detail that went into many of the Napier brooches. This Napier orchid pin measures over 4″ in length. We are offering this piece on our website for a closeout price due to

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This is a very hard to find bracelet featured on page 373 of The Napier Book. We’ve been fortunate to find a piece to bring to you! This is an example of Napier antiqued-gold-tone plate with huge high-domed faux carnelian cabochons.

June 19, 2022 Melinda Lewis 0

This is a very hard to find bracelet featured on page 373 of The Napier Book. We’ve been fortunate to find a piece to bring to you! This is an example of Napier antiqued-gold-tone plate with huge high-domed faux carnelian

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One can never have enough earrings and Napier did them well. The top earrings are all hand-textured featuring nine strands each of tubular chain suspended from a button-shaped surmount. The second pair are like sculpted metal teardrops, and the third pair was featured in silver-plate in the book. All 1950s.

June 5, 2022 Melinda Lewis 0

One can never have enough earrings and Napier did them well. The top earrings are all hand-textured featuring nine strands each of tubular chain suspended from a button-shaped surmount. The second pair are like sculpted metal teardrops, and the third

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Facebook is offering a 20% discount on my book until June 10. The offer is through the shop function on our page. Amazing price!

May 28, 2022 Melinda Lewis 0

Facebook is offering a 20% discount on my book until June 10. The offer is through the shop function on our page. Amazing price!from The Napier Book https://ift.tt/5NLDV6q

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Napier produced enameled earrings for many decades. The earring style and the type of enamel help us determine when Napier made the earrings. Some classic styles remained in the collection for several years–mainly designs from the spectator collections. We believe these earrings are from the late 1980s to early 1990s based on the pearlized enamel similar to the enamel used in the “Santa Fe” collection of 1989. Hopefully, one of our former Napier employees who follow this page will chime in.

May 20, 2022 Melinda Lewis 0

Napier produced enameled earrings for many decades. The earring style and the type of enamel help us determine when Napier made the earrings. Some classic styles remained in the collection for several years–mainly designs from the spectator collections. We believe

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We have a special jewelry offer for a pair of Napier “Hollywood” converted earrings. TYPE SOLD IN COMMENTS TO PURCHASE. ONLY ONE PAIR AVAILABLE. $25.00 includes shipping Continental U.S. only. Converted To Pierced: 1990 Hollywood Napier Crystal Earrings Facebook Offering Description: These are lovely vintage pendant crystal rhinestone earrings from the 1990 Napier “Hollywood” collection. They feature large pear-shape crystal rhinestones measuring slightly more than two inches in lengths. Perfect for a glamorous evening out. • SKU:NA-ER-2022-05-06 13.52.47-90-tjs-a-2 • Designer or Maker: NAPIER • Mark: NAPIER with copyright • Style: Necklace • Circa Date: 1990s • Condition: These have been converted to pierced earrings. Backs have tarnish and there is evidence of soldering with the conversion and are being sold as is. • Age Group: Adult • Color: Gold, crystal • Material: White metal, gold-plate, crystal/glass. • Size or Measurement: • Type: Vintage Napier jewelry, Vintage Napier earrings, Napier 1990s earrings, Napier rhinestone Hollywood earrings, Napier gold-plate earrings, Vintage jewelry, Vintage jewellery, vintage costume jewelry, Napier fashion, Napier fashion jewelry, Vintage Napier fashion jewelry, Vintage Napier jewelry.

May 15, 2022 Melinda Lewis 0

We have a special jewelry offer for a pair of Napier “Hollywood” converted earrings. TYPE SOLD IN COMMENTS TO PURCHASE. ONLY ONE PAIR AVAILABLE. $25.00 includes shipping Continental U.S. only. Converted To Pierced: 1990 Hollywood Napier Crystal Earrings Facebook Offering

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We’ve probably posted this before, but it’s well worth repeating. These are early hard enamel vinaigrettes and tablets. We’ve not had the good fortune of seeing these in person, but we would be over the moon should we find one.

May 10, 2022 Melinda Lewis 0

We’ve probably posted this before, but it’s well worth repeating. These are early hard enamel vinaigrettes and tablets. We’ve not had the good fortune of seeing these in person, but we would be over the moon should we find one.from

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Presented here are some E. A. Bliss renderings from 1910-1912. Bliss hair comes are very difficult to find. The company enjoyed a robust business in hair combs throughout the country.

May 9, 2022 Melinda Lewis 0

Presented here are some E. A. Bliss renderings from 1910-1912. Bliss hair comes are very difficult to find. The company enjoyed a robust business in hair combs throughout the country.from The Napier Book https://ift.tt/a8j04PA

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Through the years, a fun part of our research has been researching articles that were a part of the Napier archive from which designers drew inspiration for new lines. These earrings were part of the Napier archive. We have always believed them to be Italian. Recent studies have collaborated with that hypothesis. Gabriella Mode of Rome designed these “Pill Box” earrings. The earrings, plated in 18kt gold, unscrew at the top to hold pills or other small objects. The earrings were originally on display at the Excelsior Hotel in Rome during the summer of 1958. We’ve not seen an exact Napier earring equivalent and would love to see your pieces. In terms of vessel-like items, we know of the Napier “Good Luck Pig” sterling pig charm that opens at the hinge or other perfume vessels. What other designs might be out there?

May 6, 2022 Melinda Lewis 0

Through the years, a fun part of our research has been researching articles that were a part of the Napier archive from which designers drew inspiration for new lines. These earrings were part of the Napier archive. We have always