{"product_id":"vintage-hattie-carnegie-multi-strand-glass-bead-necklace-purple-black-foiled-glass-statement-necklace","title":"Vintage Hattie Carnegie Multi-Strand Glass Bead Necklace | Purple Black Foiled Glass Statement Necklace","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAn extraordinary vintage \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHattie Carnegie multi-strand glass necklace\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, composed with layer upon layer of richly colored, beautifully shaped glass beads in deep amethyst purple, jet black, smoky lavender, crystal and iridescent jewel tones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is not a delicate little strand. It is \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esubstantial, heavily beaded and wonderfully dramatic\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, with a luxurious weight that immediately speaks to the quality of the construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe necklace features an eclectic assortment of genuine glass beads: oversized faceted rounds, softly squared purple beads, angular jet-black faceted beads, luminous lavender foil-glass beads, clear crystal faceted beads and smaller iridescent beads flashing shades of teal, violet, blue and green. The varied shapes and finishes keep the eye moving throughout the entire composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThree graduated strands create a beautifully layered collar effect, becoming fuller and more dramatic toward the center.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAt the back, ornate \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003egold-tone Hattie Carnegie hardware\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e finishes the necklace with a decorative shepherd’s-hook style closure and coordinating extension chain. Even the extender is embellished with individual glass beads—a lovely detail that makes the back of this necklace nearly as beautiful as the front.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA true statement piece from one of the most important names in American costume jewelry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Designer: Hattie Carnegie\u003cbr\u003e• Era: Circa 1950s–1960s\u003cbr\u003e• Style: Multi-strand statement \/ collar necklace\u003cbr\u003e• Construction: Three graduated strands\u003cbr\u003e• Materials: Glass beads with gold-tone metal hardware\u003cbr\u003e• Colors: Amethyst purple, jet black, lavender, crystal, smoky violet and iridescent jewel tones\u003cbr\u003e• Beads include: faceted rounds, angular geometric beads, softly squared glass, foil-glass beads, crystal beads and iridescent faceted glass\u003cbr\u003e• Closure: Decorative shepherd’s-hook closure\u003cbr\u003e• Signature: Hattie Carnegie signed hardware\u003cbr\u003e• Substantial heavyweight construction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Shortest strand: Approx. 13 inches\u003cbr\u003e• Longest strand: Approx. 16 inches\u003cbr\u003e• Extender: Approx. 3 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe graduated construction allows the strands to fall naturally at slightly different levels across the neckline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBeautiful vintage condition with the glass retaining wonderful depth, brilliance and color. The gold-tone hardware presents beautifully and the necklace remains structurally strong and wearable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAs with all authentic vintage jewelry, very minor age-related evidence of previous ownership may be present upon close inspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eStyling Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is the necklace you build the outfit around.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAgainst black, the purple and foil-glass beads become incredibly rich and moody. Against ivory, cream or champagne, the individual colors and iridescent flashes become much more pronounced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIt would be stunning worn with a simple strapless dress, tailored black jacket, silk blouse or an understated evening neckline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCollector’s Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHattie Carnegie jewelry is admired for its imaginative use of color, glass and unexpected combinations of materials. This necklace captures that aesthetic beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhat makes this example especially compelling is its \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003escale and variety\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e. Rather than repeating one bead throughout, the design mixes transparent crystal, saturated purple glass, opaque jet black, luminous foil glass and iridescent faceted beads in different shapes and sizes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe result feels collected rather than manufactured—rich, dimensional and unmistakably vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is precisely the type of substantial Carnegie statement necklace that belongs in a serious vintage costume jewelry collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Betty Lily and Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50080658718960,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0772\/5357\/4896\/files\/Photoroom_20260722_163223.jpg?v=1784765337","url":"https:\/\/bettylilyandcompany.com\/products\/vintage-hattie-carnegie-multi-strand-glass-bead-necklace-purple-black-foiled-glass-statement-necklace","provider":"Betty Lily and Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}