Tortolani 3-Strand Blue Beaded Necklace with Large Cloisonné Decorative Beads - buying Gorgeous!

This is a dramatic designer necklace by Tortolani. The early pieces, (1950-1970ish) are highly desirable. The signature follows the copyright symbol on these old ones. Later some of the molds were revived (after 2000) by family members and they re-entered the market.

There are three main strands and the round blue beads, which make up the decorations on the chains are marbleized and interspersed with gold plated beads. The two large cloisonné double beads are beautifully created using wire and enameled metal. The piece measures about 19" buying long. It's quite heavy.

Marked necklace. Tortolani used gold plating and this is a quality piece of jewelry.