Gold-Plated Pink Rhinestone Cup Chain Necklace
Necklace (Rhinestone Cup Chain) · Yellow Gold-Tone (Alloy with gold-colored plating)
Purity: Costume Jewelry / Gold-Plated (Likely base metal alloy with thin gold-tone electroplating, non-precious)
Type
Necklace (Rhinestone Cup Chain)
Purity
Costume Jewelry / Gold-Plated (Likely base metal alloy with thin gold-tone electroplating, non-precious)
Gold Type
Yellow Gold-Tone (Alloy with gold-colored plating)
Weight
Estimated at 10 to 25 grams total item weight, light weight typical of costume jewelry components
Description
A charming fashion necklace featuring a continuous cup chain design set with vibrant pink square-cut rhinestones in a warm gold-tone metal setting. The piece drapes fluidly and offers a playful, colorful aesthetic suited for casual or vintage-inspired attire.
Key Features
Continuous cup-chain setting style, uniform square pink crystal placement, flexible linkage, and warm gold-tone finish
Color & Finish
Matte to satin yellow gold-tone finish with vibrant pink rhinestone crystals
Hallmarks & Stamps
No visible maker's marks or purity stamps apparent in visual inspection, common for mass-market vintage or modern costume pieces
Dimensions Estimate
Standard necklace length approximately 16 to 18 inches with link width around 2 to 3 mm
Gemstones & Inlays
Faceted square-cut pink rhinestone crystals (glass/crystal paste) set in continuous individual metal cup settings
Clasp & Closure
Simple spring ring or small hook clasp mechanism typical of lightweight costume necklaces
Chain & Links
Continuous interlocking metal cup chain construction designed to hold individual foiled rhinestone crystals flexibly
Craftsmanship Details
Machine-assembled cup chain construction with prong or fold-over metal settings securing each individual square glass crystal
Authentication Indicators
Lack of precious metal hallmarks, lightweight feel, and use of glass crystal indicate fashion/costume jewelry rather than fine gold
Origin & Maker
Unidentified manufacturer, mass-produced fashion jewelry origin
Era & Period
Mid-20th Century to Contemporary Retro-Style Costume Jewelry (likely 1980s-2000s fashion piece)
Age Estimate
Circa 1980s to 2010s production
Cultural Significance
Represents the democratization of fashion jewelry, allowing consumers to achieve a glamorous gemstone look without the high cost of precious materials
Condition Notes
Good vintage-to-modern condition with minor signs of surface wear; stones appear intact within their cup settings with standard light wear to the gold-tone finish
Value Estimate
Low resale or market value, determined strictly by decorative appeal and fashion utility rather than intrinsic precious metal worth
Care & Maintenance
Clean gently with a dry or slightly damp soft cloth; avoid harsh chemical cleaners, ultrasonic jewelry cleaners, and prolonged exposure to moisture to protect the plating and foil-backed stones
Similar Items
Clear crystal rhinestone tennis necklaces, colored paste stone cup chains, and vintage fashion choker necklaces
Interesting Facts
Cup chain designs have been popular in costume jewelry since the early 20th century, often used for versatile layering and sparkling evening wear accents