Signed Vintage PANETTA White Lucite Collar Necklace Gold Plated Choker Mid Centu For Sale

Up for sale is a stunning, authentic mid-century collar necklace by the highly collectible maker, Panetta. Known for costume jewelry that perfectly mimicked fine jewelry, this piece features a heavy, rich yellow gold-plated frame alternating between openwork geometric links and smooth, glossy white Lucite cabochons.This piece is stamped on the back of the clasp with the signature PANETTA hallmark topped with a copyright symbol (©), dating its production to the late 1950s or 1960s.It features a small built-in loop at the front base, originally meant for a detachable pendant. It can be worn beautifully on its own as a clean, architectural mod choker, or easily customized with your own favorite vintage charm or pearl drop!Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The gold plating is exceptionally bright with no visible wear, greening, or plating loss. The white Lucite inserts are pristine with no scratches, dullness, or discoloration. The fold over clasp snaps securely, and the original safety chain is fully intact.Measurements: 17 inchesVintage Drop Charm Suggestions
To complete the original look you can attach a new drop to the built-in ring. Since Panetta aimed to replicate fine jewelry, look for a charm with a sturdy jump ring or a lobster clasp for easy attachment.Match the mid-century resort aesthetic with:Faux Baroque Pearl Drop: A large, asymmetrical faux pearl with a textured gold cap perfectly matches the elegant, classic Panetta vibe.Molded White Resin Tear-Drop: A smooth, opaque white tear-drop charm to mimic the texture and glossy finish of the existing Lucite links.Chunky Gold Coin or Medici Crest: A heavy, double-sided gold-plated coin charm to play up the rich, warm gold-plating and lean into an Italian revival look.Fun facts -
Founded by Benedetto Panetta in 1945, Panetta costume jewelry is highly sought after by collectors due to its exceptional quality. The brand famously operated under the motto "if it doesn't look real, it goes back to the drawing board," utilizing heavy gold plating, rhodium, high-grade Lucite, and hand-set rhinestones to mimic fine jewelry.Materials: Panetta heavily utilized a rich, deep yellow gold plating over base metals, giving their items a substantial weight. The smooth white discs appear to be high-quality molded Lucite resin, or faux milk glass, which was incredibly popular during the mid-20th century.Production Window: The specific marking style indicates this piece was manufactured after 1955.
The History: Prior to 1955, costume jewelry manufacturers relied on design patent protections (often stamping "Pat. Pend." or a patent number). In 1955, US copyright laws changed to allow jewelry designs to be copyrighted as works of art. Panetta immediately adapted by placing the © symbol above or next to their signature block.
Styling Era: Based on the geometric quatrefoil openwork paired with molded white Lucite, this piece heavily channels the clean, architectural resort-wear aesthetic popular from the late 1950s through the 1960s.From a smoke-free home. Fast shipping! Please feel free to ask any questions.Vintage Signed Panetta Gold-Plated White Lucite Cabochon Collar Choker NecklaceItems are in gently used condition and we do our best to detect and describe flaws, but we are likely going to miss some. Please enlarge photos and ask if you have any questions or would like additional descriptions. Thanks