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The finest reproduction of Jacqueline Kennedy's legendary triple strand faux-pearl necklace. Hand knotted silken cords carry 158 ivory cream-colored Czechoslovakian glass hand-painted pearls. The platinum-plated art deco clasp, with 14 Austrian Swarovski crystals, speaks of the elegance of times past. Presented in a beautiful steel case covered in soft velour and satin. Inner length is 17 inches, outer length is 20 inches. Reproduced from the personal jewelry collection of Jacqueline Kennedy by Camrose and Kross.
After an arduous search, and with the help of a dear friend, John F. Kennedy eventually chose this ring to present to Jackie as an engagement ring. This replica is pure sterling silver, with gold-plating that is guaranteed for a lifetime. It features a large lab-created emerald especially created by Swarovski, surrounded by handset CZs: a marquise-cut lower row, and a round-cut upper row. It is a stunning work of jewelry. After JFKs death, Jackie reconfigured the ring into a bypass ring, and it is currently on display at the JFK Library in Boston, Mass. However, this is a replica of the ring as it was originally given to the future First Lady. JFK knew how invaluable Jackie had been during his campaign for the Presidency in November of 1960 and was fully aware that he might not have won without her. To show his appreciation he presented Jackie with this set when she became First Lady. Matches necklace style # ED-01 and bracelet style # ED-02. Approx. 1 ¼”.The ring measures 7/8" at its widest, and is available in whole sizes 5 through 10. Please specify desired size in "comments" section of order page.
This set was an heirloom passed down from Jackie’s grandparents. Her father passed it on to Jackie just in time for her debutante ball at age 17, in the summer of 1947. Jackie’s father, “Blackjack” Bouvier was a huge fashion influence on Jackie.
During an Official visit to Mexico, the first families of the United States and Mexico exchanged personal gifts on July 2, 1962. The First Lady of Mexico, whose full name was Eva Samano de Lopez Mateos gave Jackie a full set of jewelry. The set was hand made in Mexico of silver, and diamonds. The full set consists of a necklace, bracelet and earrings, and interestingly, a matching silver book mark. The Kennedy=s gift to the first family of Mexico is not recorded. The set was named after the nickname of Mrs. Lopez-Mateos, Aresa. The origin of her nickname is unknown.
Matching the Blue Enamel Bracelet, these earrings are stunningly unique. Jackie called them her "banana" earrings are wore them her whole life. They are hand-enameled and feature 24k gold-plated studs and white Swarovski crystals. 1 inch high.
The Waterfall Earrings are probably the most photographed pieces of jewelry in the world. Jackie constantly wore them to her most publicized affairs - from her trip to Paris as first lady, to her reception of countless intenational glitterati at the White House. What makes these earrings truly special however, is that they go from formal to informal, simply by removing the removable pendant and by wearing the stud alone. Our replica is made with 10 mils of rhodium plating, guaranteed for life. Each earring is set with 41 high grade CZs. Just like the original, the pendant is easily removable making these very versatile earrings. Earring is 2 inches long, with pendant.
Like many teenagers, Jackie began a charm bracelet with some her favorite charms. Over the years, she would remove a few charms, add a few charms, and would even change the chain. Although we do not know the meaning or origin of each charms we have seen over the years, we are certain about one of them. This is the large round charm with the figure of Hercules on one side, and the Latin words "Non Sumptus Labora Est" on the other. Apparently, when JFK once remarked to company on how hard Jackie had been working on his campaign, she replied with this Latin saying which means: Labor is no cost. He later gave her the charm as thanks for her efforts, adding the tongue-in-cheek Hercules.
Jackie's Signature Bracelet has the same luxuriously complex personality as the necklace and was one of Jackie's most often worn pieces. It has 16 distinct 24 Karat gold-plated scalloped elements and carries 72 Swarovski crystals totaling 1.6 carats in weight. Of course, it to is presented in the Camrose & Kross exclusive presentation case. Below, Jackie takes a famous time out during a day-long interview session with several reporters. This unplanned candid photo turned out to capture the public imagination more than any other.
Maud Shaw was the Kennedy family nanny for seven years. She stayed with the family through triumph and tragedy and was an integral part of the close-knit family. She always counted herself lucky to have a first row seat to so many historical events, but she always considered herself luckier still to have been part of so lovely a family and to have had such kind and generous employers. She would often recount charming and comical stories of her time in the White House. When John Jr., for example, almost caused an international incident when he drop a toy gun from a balcony during an White House reception. Or when Caroline escaped her supervision one day an wandered into a presidential press conference, wearing her mother’s high heels. She loved her work and because of her gratitude and affection towards her employers, she would often buy Jackie small gifts. She gave this Teddy Bear Brooch to Jackie when John Jr. was born. Jackie found it a particularly suitable gift for the occasion and wore the pin often. She would wear the pin most of all when she knew she would be meeting with children.
In 1964, a photo taken of Jackie (still in mourning for her husband and dressed in black), was published throughout the world. It quickly became famous for Jackie's striking candid pose, and the insight it provided into the life of a very courageous woman. In this photo, she wore a solitary piece of jewelry - her Tank Watch. Its design features a simple face in a gold-plated setting flanked by 32 white Swarovski crystals. An emerald crystal in the stem adds an elegant final touch. The quartz movement in our replica is made by Seiko Japan. The straps are genuine leather with an embossed alligator texture, and are fully adjustable between 5 1/2 to 8 1/2 inches. The dominant feature of the band, its unique butterfly fold-over clasp, has made this watch famous for ease of use. The Tank Watch is a supremely elegant timepiece that has a truly timeless appeal.
When Robert Kennedy, Jackie’s brother-in-law, decided to run for President in 1968, Jackie gave him her full support. Of course, her help was priceless. He was extremely grateful and presented her with this ring, symbolizing the family unity for which he admired Jackie. Available in whole sizes 5 to 10.
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