A breathtaking mid-century aurora borealis parure by Weiss, preserved in exceptional condition and offered from Betty’s personal collection. This four-piece suite showcases the iconic brilliance of 1950s–early 1960s Weiss design: layered navette and rivoli stones in silver-tone settings, multi-row construction, and the unmistakable fire of hand-set AB crystal.
The necklace features alternating 12.40 mm × 6.55 mm AB navettes and brilliant round chatons, graduating into a Y-drop silhouette that lies beautifully along the neckline. Matching clip earrings echo the same layered stonework with 14.15 mm navettes and 7 mm AB centers. Two coordinating brooches complete the set — one floral cluster, one stylized leaf — both alive with high-flash aurora and precision baguette accents.
All stones are original, present, and exceptionally clean. No dulling, no greening, no plating loss. Both the necklace and earrings are signed WEISS, confirming authenticity; brooches match construction, settings, and stone spectrum consistent with Weiss mid-century production.
A rare opportunity to acquire a complete, investment-worthy Weiss parure — the type that belongs in an heirloom wardrobe, not a reseller rotation.
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Designer: Weiss (necklace & earrings signed)
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Era: Circa late 1950s – early 1960s
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Metal: Silver-tone setting
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Stones: Aurora borealis navettes, rivoli, chatons, baguettes (all original, hand-set)
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Necklace Length: Approx. 14” wearable length; 10.5” total drop length
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Necklace Stones: Navettes 12.40 mm × 6.55 mm; round AB 3.96 mm; clear rounds 2.85 mm
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Closure: Fish-hook with signed back plate
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Earrings: Clip-backs, 1¼” diameter
– Navettes 14.15 mm; center AB 7 mm; clear accents 2.8 mm
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Brooch #1 (Floral): Approx. 2½” × 1½”
– Navettes 15 mm × 6.8 mm; clear rounds 2.44 mm
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Brooch #2 (Leaf): 2½” length with baguette stem
– Baguettes 5.58 mm × 3.34 mm
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Condition: Excellent vintage condition; no yellowing, oxidation, or missing stones
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Shipping: Free USPS Priority + Signature Required (Betty Lily & Co. standard)
Collector's Note
Weiss aurora borealis sets of this caliber were produced in limited runs between approx. 1958–1962, a peak period when the brand sourced crystal from Swarovski and emphasized layered multi-stone construction. Complete parures — especially those with two brooch components — rarely surface intact today. Ideal for the serious vintage jewelry historian, mid-century costume collector, or wearer who appreciates heirloom sparkle with provenance.
