{"product_id":"vintage-1970s-zolotas-greek-revival-950-silver-gilt-collar-necklace","title":"Vintage 1970s Zolotas Greek Revival 950 Silver Gilt Collar Necklace","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"1bd1ae4b-7938-4104-85da-5a810689dab9\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003eA striking and highly collectible vintage collar necklace by the renowned Greek jewellery house Zolotas, dating to circa the 1970s.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"e42112f1-c025-4bde-897f-9f1052901eeb\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"e42112f1-c025-4bde-897f-9f1052901eeb\" data-turn-id-container=\"e42112f1-c025-4bde-897f-9f1052901eeb\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-12\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;div:has([data-free-thinking-preview-answer=true])+:is(.text-message,.relative:has(\u0026gt;.text-message))]:-mt-2 grow\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"0\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"e42112f1-c025-4bde-897f-9f1052901eeb\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-6\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"LR5Y_W_content markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"210\" data-end=\"467\"\u003eThe necklace is beautifully constructed from a series of individual square plaques, each measuring approximately 12mm x 12mm and decorated in high relief with a repeating stylised foliate\/palmette motif inspired by the decorative arts of Ancient Greece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"726\"\u003eEach plaque is articulated and joined to the adjoining section at the upper corners, allowing the necklace to flex and naturally follow the contours of the neck. This clever construction gives the substantial collar a wonderfully fluid appearance when worn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"728\" data-end=\"924\"\u003eCrafted in 950 grade silver with a rich gold-gilt finish, the necklace bears applied plaques to the reverse stamped ZOLOTAS, 950, together with additional Greek workshop\/control marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"1249\"\u003eZolotas is one of Greece’s most celebrated jewellery houses, internationally recognised for designs drawing inspiration from Ancient Greek, Byzantine and archaeological jewellery. This necklace is a particularly attractive example of the bold Greek Revival style for which the house became renowned during the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003eThe articulated decorative section measures approximately 40cm, with an overall wearable length of approximately 41cm (16⅛ inches) including the shepherd’s crook catch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1572\"\u003eWith a substantial weight of 55.9 grams, this is an impressive piece of vintage designer jewellery with a wonderful presence when worn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1574\" data-end=\"1715\"\u003eThe necklace remains in good vintage condition, displaying age-related surface wear and patination consistent with its age and previous wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1717\" data-end=\"2139\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1717\" data-end=\"1727\"\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zolotas, Greece\u003cbr data-start=\"1743\" data-end=\"1746\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1746\" data-end=\"1755\"\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circa 1970s\u003cbr data-start=\"1767\" data-end=\"1770\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"1780\"\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 950 grade silver with gold-gilt finish\u003cbr data-start=\"1819\" data-end=\"1822\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1822\" data-end=\"1841\"\u003eOverall length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 41cm \/ 16⅛ inches\u003cbr data-start=\"1873\" data-end=\"1876\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1876\" data-end=\"1899\"\u003eDecorative section:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 40cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1918\" data-end=\"1921\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1921\" data-end=\"1948\"\u003eIndividual plaque size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 12mm x 12mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1974\" data-end=\"1977\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1977\" data-end=\"1988\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55.9g\u003cbr data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"1997\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1997\" data-end=\"2011\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eFastening:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shepherd’s crook catch\u003cbr data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2037\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2037\" data-end=\"2047\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Greek Revival \/ Archaeological Revival\u003cbr data-start=\"2086\" data-end=\"2089\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2089\" data-end=\"2099\"\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e ZOLOTAS, 950 and additional Greek marks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2141\" data-end=\"2297\"\u003eA superb and increasingly collectible vintage Zolotas collar necklace, combining distinctive Greek Revival design with beautifully articulated construction.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePLEASE NOTE:  This item is not in the centre yet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Antiques Centre York 14","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58240392036734,"sku":"14-TTFF51","price":775.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0025\/9253\/8739\/files\/BBSGdlV5dt.jpg?v=1792145674","url":"https:\/\/theantiquescentreyork.co.uk\/products\/vintage-1970s-zolotas-greek-revival-950-silver-gilt-collar-necklace","provider":"Antiques Centre York","version":"1.0","type":"link"}