The Secret of the Golden Leaf
ERA: A Poet's Walk in a Sunlit Forest
STYLE NOTES: Brushed Gold Leaves, Warm Autumnal Glow, Complete Parure, Effortless Elegance
PAIRS WELL WITH: A soft cashmere scarf, the scent of burning wood and crisp air, and the feeling of the last warm sunlight on your skin. This set is not just jewelry; it is the entire month of October, captured in gold.
The Character Arc
This is not just a set of jewelry. This is a complete, wearable poem dedicated to the soul of autumn. From the golden age of Napier, this breathtaking demi-parure is a masterclass in capturing the season's quiet, fleeting beauty.
At first glance, you see a breathtaking demi-parure: a graceful necklace of interconnected leaves, a matching statement brooch, and a pair of elegant earrings. Each leaf is bathed in Napier's signature, richly textured brushed gold finish, designed to catch the light like a perfect autumn leaf in the last rays of the setting sun.
**But then, the magic happens. A click, a twist, and the necklace transforms. Thanks to a clever, patented clasp (PAT. 4,774,743), the single necklace seamlessly separates into two identical, perfectly wearable bracelets.
This is not just a set of jewelry. This is a work of pure, unadulterated genius from the masters of metalwork at Napier. A true "holy grail" for the most discerning collector.
Description
Brand: NAPIER (Signed on all pieces)
Era: Post-1988 (The patent was filed in 1988)
Materials: High-quality brushed gold-plated metal.
Patent Number: PAT. 4,774,743 on the necklace clasp.
Measurements & Weights:
Brooch: 2.43 inches (6.17 cm) long, 12.7g.
Earrings: 1 inch (2.54 cm) long, 9.7g.
Necklace: 14 inches (35.5 cm) total length, 61.4g.
Bracelets (when separated): 7 inches (17.8 cm) each, approx. 30.7g.
Condition: VERY GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION (8.5/10)
The brooch and earrings are in near-mint condition with no visible signs of wear. The necklace, as the most frequently worn piece, shows minor, gentle wear and some slight plate loss at the clasp and the connection points between the leaves. This is consistent with its age and does not detract from its overall stunning appearance. The gold plating is rich and lustrous.
