Massive VTG 80s Runway Lizard Necklace - 112g Molten Gold Style - Heavy Couture

An Exceptional "Unsigned Beauty" with Couture Hallmarks A rare, museum-quality vintage statement necklace from the 1980s. While unsigned, this piece exhibits the exact high-end construction and "molten gold" finish found in the archives of premier Parisian couture houses. This is a substantial, one-of-a-kind find for collectors of maximalist jewelry who value quality and weight over a simple label. Design Details: • The Focal Point: An oversized, 4-inch articulated lizard (salamander) pendant. The body is fully jointed to move and curve with the wearer. • The Signature Chain: A complex, heavy-duty strand featuring alternating hammered shield links and detailed relief charms depicting classical faces/busts. • Luxury Quality: This piece weighs a massive 112 grams. It is completely non-magnetic, confirming a high-grade brass base with a thick, durable gold finish—not cheap costume metal. Condition: The gold-tone plating remains rich, bright, and deeply textured, giving it that "molten" Brutalist look. 1. Wear: As with all authentic vintage high-fashion jewelry, there are minor, expected signs of gentle wear to the gold plating, visible upon close inspection, particularly on the highest points of the links and the back of the lizard. This is minimal and does not detract from its appearance when worn. 2. Patina: The intentional "hammered" texture has an aged finish with minor areas of natural patina in the crevices. This enhances the intended "ancient gold" aesthetic.