HOT ! Vintage Napier Gold-Tone Rope Textured Link Necklace – 17 Inch, Push–Pull Clasp, Pristine Condition

This vintage Napier chain necklace is a bold and beautifully preserved example of the brand’s late 1960s–1970s design. Crafted in luminous gold-tone metal, it features oval rope-edged links measuring 10.37 mm wide, with precise texturing that adds depth and dimension.

The highlight of this necklace is its patented push–pull clasp, stamped PAT. 3,427,691. Introduced by Napier in 1969, this innovative clasp design includes a directional arrow and “OPEN” marking, providing both function and collectibility. Collectors prize this mechanism as a Napier hallmark, verifying authenticity and era.

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  Designer: Napier

  
  


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  Length: 17 inches

  
  


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  Link Width: 10.37 mm

  
  


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  Material: Gold-tone textured metal

  
  


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  Closure: Patented push–pull clasp (marked “OPEN” with arrow)

  
  


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  Condition: Excellent vintage condition; pristine with no wear, exceptionally preserved finish

  
  

This necklace is rare in such pristine condition, with no plating loss and a gleaming finish that looks nearly untouched. Its medium-chunky weight and bold presence embody the statement chains Napier was celebrated for, making it a timeless piece for collectors and fashion lovers alike.