Napier - Art Deco Necklace (15053)

Art Deco Necklace, Black and Gold. Tag has Napier and Pat-- 4774.743

James Napier refused to use the term “costume jewelry”; he preferred “fashion jewelry.” What is now the Napier Jewelry Company began life as Whitney and Rice in 1875. After multiple changes of name, James Napier became president of the company in 1920 and a couple years later the company became Napier. James said “Napier” was French for “without equal” and that was what James wanted the company to be. James was particular about the caliber of his products that were sold in high-end department stores, such as Bergdorf Goodman, yet remained affordable for purchase by the average woman, while adorning movie stars and international celebrities.

Mark on necklace with patent number from 1988 

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