Description
This is a vintage later Art Deco to early Mid Century 1940s Old registered mark Danecraft sterling silver box link collar necklace. If you necklace size is 15″ it will likely fit you as a choker necklace. It is marked Full word block letter Sterling on the jump ring as well as sterling, Danecraft, on an oval plaquette on the back link with an R inside an oval circle. Size is 15 3/4″ long by 5/16″ wide across each link. Overall condition is excellent. No dents or dings. No tears or breaks. All filigree intact. No damage. Never altered or repaired. All original condition. Transitionally designed with a mix of both Art Deco geometrical shapes and mid century sculptural forms and organic curves this is a lovely necklace for your vintage and antique jewelry collection.
About this piece of Danecraft:
- Style: The necklace features an ornate openwork scroll and filigree panel design. Each rectangular link incorporates symmetrical, flowing curves and beaded border textures reminiscent of Art Deco and Victorian Revival styles.
- Structure: It is structured as a choker or short collar length necklace made of interlocking individual panels, completed by a traditional spring ring clasp.
- Material: True to vintage Danecraft standards, it is crafted from solid .925 sterling silver. The darkened areas within the cutouts are a deliberate antiqued patina (oxidation) meant to give the flat silver depth and highlight the fine scrollwork details.
- 1934–1945: Pieces were often marked with “CFo” (for Felch & Co.) or “Danecraft CFo” before Victor Primavera bought out James Felch.
- 1938: The Danecraft Trademark was officially registered (Registration No. 0363309).
- 1945–onward: Following the buyout, the company name changed to Danecraft, and items began featuring “Danecraft” stamps, often paired with “STERLING” or a cursive “D”
