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Vintage Arezzo DIFULCO GIOIELLI S.R.L. Sterling Silver 20.92g Graduated Fringe Bib Necklace

A superb and highly documented example of Italian jewelry, this vintage sterling silver graduated fringe bib necklace was crafted by the renowned goldsmith house DIFULCO GIOIELLI S.R.L. in Arezzo, Italy, and is fully hallmarked with their authentic vintage Italian '★ 196 AR' maker's mark.
Combining bold sculptural geometry with fluid movement, this piece embodies the peak of late 20th century Italian silver craftsmanship.
It features exceptional maker documentation, meticulously verified down to microscopic levels.
Manufacturer: Arezzo Artisan Workshop (Arezzo, Italy).
Official Maker's Hallmark: "★ 196 AR"
(The official 20th-century goldsmith registry mark issued in the famous Tuscany region of Arezzo under the 1968 Italian hallmark law).
Purity Mark: .925 Sterling Silver (Multiple stamps: "925" and "ITALY" are present on the main hallmark plate, the end tube crimps, and the inner lever of the clasp).
Weight: Exactly 20.92 grams (verified on a high-precision digital scale).
Total Length: 39 cm (Fits beautifully as an elegant, tight fitting collar / choker model).
Under 200x microscopic inspection, the main hallmark plate reveals advanced anti counterfeiting features used by the Arezzo workshop during the late 1970s and 1980.
Authentic Patina: The deep recesses of the stamped symbols retain a genuine, naturally dark oxidation patina, confirming the true vintage age of the strike and ruling out modern laser etched reproductions.
Design Architecture & Collector's Significance
Mathematical Symmetry & Graduated Bib DropThe necklace is engineered with a strict symmetrical layout featuring exactly 31 fringe drops. Instead of a simple uniform fringe, it utilizes a highly sought after graduated design:
The Centerpiece: A structural block of exactly 5 longest drops, each measuring 5.5 cm. This flat central focus creates a rich, regal "shield" effect on the chest rather than a sharp point.
The Flanks: Symmetrically flanking the center are 13 shorter drops on each side, making a perfect total of 31 fringe elements across the entire necklace. They mathematically taper down in length from 5.5 cm to a delicate 2 cm near the back of the neck, ensuring the necklace follows the anatomical curve of the collarbone flawlessly.
The fringe elements are not rigid wire; they are crafted from premium flexible snake chains. This allows each individual drop to effortlessly roll over the skin, capturing and throwing back light with every movement of the body. The drops are threaded onto a sturdy, flexible multi strand core cable via tiny integrated ring beads. These beads act as precision mechanical spacers, preventing the chains from ever tangling, overlapping, or binding.
Flawless Structural Condition
Vintage snake chains are notoriously fragile and nearly impossible to repair cleanly if bent. This specific specimen has been preserved in near mint structural condition. All 31 chains are perfectly straight with zero kinks or micro tears. The heavy duty spring ring clasp retains its strong, original internal spring mechanism, ensuring absolute security when worn.

Shipping & Packaging
The necklace will be meticulously packed in a protective jewelry box and securely cushioned inside a sturdy shipping box to ensure safe transit.
A fully active tracking number will be provided immediately upon shipment, allowing you to follow the package every step of the way.
The shipment will be fully insured for its final auction value for total peace of mind.