This breathtaking 1960s vintage bib necklace is a documented Juliana piece by Delizza & Elster (D&E), showcasing the unmistakable artistry and drama of the brand’s most opulent era. Designed in a cascading bib silhouette, it features hand-wired prong-set navette and round faceted glass rhinestones, sparkling in brilliant clear crystal.
Crafted on gold-plated metal with the iconic Juliana “figure-eight puddling” on the reverse, this piece boasts intricate openwork construction. Each crystal is meticulously secured — from the tiny round prong-set stones to the dangling navettes that catch every flicker of light. The rhinestones are set in open-backed, multi-level layers with Chiclet-style bead detailing, filigree caps, and adjustable square crystal chain extender. Every component, down to the O-ring link structure, points to classic Juliana engineering.
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Maker: Delizza & Elster (Juliana)
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Era: 1960s
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Length: 17 inches with extender
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Bib Drop: 4.5 inches
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Width: 5 inches at the widest point
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Stones: Clear faceted navette and round glass rhinestones
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Construction: Openwork web with figure-eight puddling and O-ring connections
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Closure: Adjustable hook clasp
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Condition: Pristine vintage condition; no missing stones, no wear to plating, and brilliant clarity throughout
This necklace didn’t whisper glamour — it declared it. Worn in the golden age of rhinestone couture, Juliana pieces like this one were built to turn heads under stage lights and chandeliers. With its dramatic fall, gilded frame, and crystal teardrops, this bib necklace wasn’t just jewelry — it was runway-worthy drama made wearable.
Delizza & Elster didn’t sign their masterpieces, because those in-the-know never needed a name. The craftsmanship spoke for itself — and this piece is pure Juliana royalty.
This necklace is unsigned, as expected with Juliana, but confirmed by construction traits and known matching designs that have appeared with original tags in private collections and listings.
