November 7, 2020
Over the last seven years we have been a lender for the wonderful “Out of This World: Jewelry in the Space Age” traveling exhibit curated by […]
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November 1, 2020
A grand display of three color versions featuring the Napier “Baroque” pendant/brooch. A multi-layer piece with highly sculpted stampings surmounted by faux pearls and a large […]
September 6, 2020
The Napier company made banks for decades until it stopped production 1976. However, the company continued the sale of its giftware line reserved stock, including banks, […]
September 4, 2020
Another classic tailored 1950s design by The Napier Co. We love the tassel drops which give this piece great movement. The bracelet and earrings were equally […]
August 16, 2020
Here is another example of the “Juliet” cap made with polished spheres (place on a hat for display) along with an editorial from Vogue. There were […]
August 15, 2020
Here is a fun pair of 1950s figural ballerina ear clips. These utilized a cast body and hand-wired faux pearl for the tutu. Each earring will […]
August 9, 2020
Another example of Napier product placement as featured in the September 1963 issue of “Woman’s Day.” The editorial was titled, “High Fashion Knits.” Shown here is […]
August 8, 2020
In the first half of the 20th century, The Napier Co. used product placement to obtain exposure with little to no marketing expense. Napier lent jewelry […]
August 6, 2020
The Napier Co. was a leader in manufacturing tailored jewelry. Its line was sold at the finest department stores, yielding great prestige for the modest-size company. […]