1970s William de Lillo Crystal Pendant Necklace

 A rare crystal pendant necklace designed by William de Lillo, this statement necklace captures the bold glamour and sculptural artistry that defined the designer’s most coveted work. Featuring a chunky textured gold‑tone chain and a brilliant faceted crystal centerpiece adorned with rhinestones, this unworn treasure comes straight from archival stock—never sold, never worn, and preserved in pristine condition. 32” total Length

Collectors prize William de Lillo for his collaborations with Dior and his avant‑garde approach to costume jewelry, making deadstock pieces like this exceptionally hard to find.

About the Designer — William de Lillo

Belgian-born William de Lillo honed his craft working for some of the most prestigious jewelry houses in the world — Cartier, Harry Winston, Tiffany & Co., and Miriam Haskell — before joining forces with designer Robert F. Clark to form William de Lillo Ltd. in New York City. De Lillo jewelry is considered the "Holy Grail" of collectible costume jewelry — not only because the designs were produced for such a brief period of time, but also because much of the jewelry consisted of one-of-a-kind pieces or limited editions created exclusively for wealthy clients. Their private clientele included the Duchess of Windsor and Elizabeth Taylor. Produced in extremely limited editions, de Lillo jewelry is highly collectible and is kept in museums and private collections worldwide. Pieces bearing the "de Lillo" mark are among the most sought-after finds in the vintage jewelry market.

Details

• Designer: William de Lillo
• Signature: Signed clasp
• Era: 1970s
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition
• Rarity: High — signed de Lillo pieces are scarce, especially in this condition 

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