{"product_id":"vintage-accessocraft-n-y-c-renaissance-revival-shield-pendant-necklace","title":"Vintage Accessocraft N.Y.C. Renaissance Revival Shield Pendant Necklace","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis signed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eAccessocraft N.Y.C. “Patent Pending”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e necklace is a striking example of late 1960s–1970s Renaissance and Byzantine revival design. Known for museum-inspired craftsmanship and architectural detail, Accessocraft created bold statement jewelry rooted in European art history — and this piece embodies that legacy beautifully.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe necklace features textured gold-tone bar links joined by delicate O-ring connectors, leading to ornate oval medallions framed with granulated beadwork. At the center, a dramatic openwork shield pendant showcases intricate raised floral and foliate detailing in a richly dimensional, Byzantine-inspired design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHeavy, sculptural, and unmistakably old-world — this is wearable art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Materials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• Designer: Accessocraft N.Y.C.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• Marking: “Accessocraft N.Y.C. Patent Pending”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• Era: Late 1960s–1970s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• Finish: Textured gold-tone metal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• Chain: Textured bar links with O-ring connectors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• Detail: Granulated medallions and openwork Renaissance shield pendant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• Closure: Secure spring ring clasp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with no gold loss\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• Chain Length: 22 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• Drop Length (top of medallion section to bottom of pendant): Approx. 13.5 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• Pendant: 2.5 inches tall × 7\/8 inches wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSubstantial yet wearable, with elegant movement from the articulated medallion links.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eStyling Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis piece pairs beautifully with structured blazers, silk blouses, or minimalist black dresses. It layers effortlessly with modern chains but is powerful enough to stand alone as a gallery focal point. The architectural silhouette makes it ideal for collectors who appreciate museum-revival and European-inspired design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAccessocraft was renowned for producing high-quality revival and museum-style jewelry during the 1960s and 1970s. Pieces stamped “N.Y.C. Patent Pending” are especially desirable among collectors, marking early production runs during a period when bold, Renaissance-inspired jewelry was trending in fashion and art circles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSigned examples in this condition are increasingly sought after.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Betty Lily and Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48892128854256,"sku":null,"price":245.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0772\/5357\/4896\/files\/Photoroom_20260224_190030.jpg?v=1771990424","url":"https:\/\/bettylilyandcompany.com\/products\/vintage-accessocraft-n-y-c-renaissance-revival-shield-pendant-necklace","provider":"Betty Lily and Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}