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✦ PROVENANCE & COLLECTOR NOTE
A true "Holy Grail" acquisition for the serious collector. This museum-quality, four-piece DeLizza & Elster (Juliana) Grand Parure is not just a stunning example of mid-century art—it comes with a legendary pedigree. The necklace and bracelet were sourced directly from the private collection of Leigh Leshner, the renowned author of nine definitive costume jewelry research books. The set is a verified archival "Book Piece," featured in The Art of Juliana Jewelry by Katerina Musetti (Page 102).
What elevates this parure from rare to extraordinary are the "Fall" stippled Easter Egg cabochons. These highly sought-after stones possess an incredible, hidden secret: they are UV-reactive, glowing with a brilliant luminescence under blacklight. The matching brooch and earrings have been meticulously curated to complete this breathtaking four-piece collection. It is a wearable archive of mid-century glamour, offering both unmatched beauty and unimpeachable provenance.
✦ CONDITION
Collector's Grade: Museum / Excellent. The gold-tone metal is bright and structurally sound. All stippled Easter Egg cabochons and accent crystals are present, secure, and retain their original, luminous finish. The fold-over clasp and safety chain on the bracelet function perfectly.
✦ DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS
Maker/Designer: DeLizza & Elster (Juliana)
Style: 4-Piece Grand Parure (Necklace, Bracelet, Brooch, Earrings)
Material: Gold-tone metal, UV-reactive "Fall" stippled glass cabochons, crystals
Era/Origin: Mid-20th Century, USA
Measurements: Necklace 16"; Bracelet 8.5"; Brooch 2.5" x 2"; Earrings 1.25" x 1"
Weight: 320 grams total
Documentation: Verified Book Piece (The Art of Juliana Jewelry, Musetti)
✦ GRACE NOTE
"This set unfolds like a garden in bloom, its colorful cabochons catching light with a festive luminosity. There is something deeply profound about holding a piece that belonged to a legendary historian like Leigh Leshner. It reads like a wearable scrapbook of celebration, a reminder that true, heirloom luxury only grows more magnificent with time."
✦ PROVENANCE & COLLECTOR NOTE
A true "Holy Grail" acquisition for the serious collector. This museum-quality, four-piece DeLizza & Elster (Juliana) Grand Parure is not just a stunning example of mid-century art—it comes with a legendary pedigree. The necklace and bracelet were sourced directly from the private collection of Leigh Leshner, the renowned author of nine definitive costume jewelry research books. The set is a verified archival "Book Piece," featured in The Art of Juliana Jewelry by Katerina Musetti (Page 102).
What elevates this parure from rare to extraordinary are the "Fall" stippled Easter Egg cabochons. These highly sought-after stones possess an incredible, hidden secret: they are UV-reactive, glowing with a brilliant luminescence under blacklight. The matching brooch and earrings have been meticulously curated to complete this breathtaking four-piece collection. It is a wearable archive of mid-century glamour, offering both unmatched beauty and unimpeachable provenance.
✦ CONDITION
Collector's Grade: Museum / Excellent. The gold-tone metal is bright and structurally sound. All stippled Easter Egg cabochons and accent crystals are present, secure, and retain their original, luminous finish. The fold-over clasp and safety chain on the bracelet function perfectly.
✦ DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS
Maker/Designer: DeLizza & Elster (Juliana)
Style: 4-Piece Grand Parure (Necklace, Bracelet, Brooch, Earrings)
Material: Gold-tone metal, UV-reactive "Fall" stippled glass cabochons, crystals
Era/Origin: Mid-20th Century, USA
Measurements: Necklace 16"; Bracelet 8.5"; Brooch 2.5" x 2"; Earrings 1.25" x 1"
Weight: 320 grams total
Documentation: Verified Book Piece (The Art of Juliana Jewelry, Musetti)
✦ GRACE NOTE
"This set unfolds like a garden in bloom, its colorful cabochons catching light with a festive luminosity. There is something deeply profound about holding a piece that belonged to a legendary historian like Leigh Leshner. It reads like a wearable scrapbook of celebration, a reminder that true, heirloom luxury only grows more magnificent with time."