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Description: gold plated base metal. The bells have clappers and ring when they move. Bracelets can be work separately or clipped together to form a necklace
Marked: Miriam Haskell (all), in capitals on oval tags on bracelets, and on the earring studs. The earrings are still on the original Miriam Haskell card
Reference: Ball & Torem, Masterpieces of Costume Jewelry, p. 113, Joseff of Hollywood version, 'a favourite of Joan Crawford' designed 'to make an audible fashion statement'; Ball, Costume Jewelers - the Golden Age of Design, p. 67, Joan Crawford wearing the Joseff bells: when Crawford purchased it 'she ran from the showroom with all the bells tinkling, and in the excitement left her mink coat behind'.
Condition: Excellent
Size: Bracelets each 7.5" overall, largest bell 1" across at base - clipped together as necklace, 15" overall; pendant earrings 2" x 1"
Price: US$695 ' (insured shipping included)
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