Title: Vintage 1952 Crown Trifari "Promenade" Rhinestone Choker Necklace - Alfred Philippe DesignItem Specifics:Brand: TrifariDesigner: Alfred PhilippeCollection: Promenade (from the 1952 "Enchanted Touch" line)Era: 1950s (Circa Mid-1952)Markings: Stamped TRIFARI PAT. " on the claspMetal: Gold-Tone Trifanium PlatingMain Stone: Clear Rhinestones (Baguette, Marquise, and Round cuts)Style: Choker / Collar Necklace with Snake ChainDescription:Up for sale is a beautiful, authentic 1952 vintage Trifari "Promenade necklace, designed by the legendary lead designer Alfred Philippe. This striking piece features a brilliant gold-tone snake chain leading to an elegant, swirling centerpiece encrusted with bright baguette, marquise, and round-cut clear rhinestones. The fold-over clasp is crisply stamped with the historical TRIFARI PAT. Hallmark, dating this piece precisely to mid-1952, just before Design Patent No.
167,652 was officially granted. All rhinestones are present, original, and deeply securely set. Crystals retain wonderful clarity and diamond-like sparkle with no signs of "dead" or blackened foil backings. Metal Finish: Very Good to Excellent. The custom "Trifanium" gold plating is highly reflective, bright, and even.There is no major wear to the finish, no deep pitting, and no green verdigris/oxidation on the front or reverse side. Structure: The snake chain flexes smoothly without any kinks or separated links. The fold-over clasp closes tightly and holds securely. Please review all high-resolution photos carefully as they form part of the description.