About Verdura brand
Verdura jewelry never misses a chance to strike you with boldness, pure elegance, and irreverent
style. Each Verdura jewel is telling the story of perfection and creativity. But the very first story
of the brand’s recognition started with Verdura Maltese cross.
In 1927 Coco Chanel met Fulco Santostefano della Cerda – the future Duke of Verdura – and it
was a match made in heaven. Chanel hired Fulco as a textile designer and later appointed him to
redesign her vast jewelry collection. Among multiple pieces there was a Maltese Cross that was
rumored as given to Chanel by Russian Grand Duke Dmitri. Another source of inspiration for the
Maltese Cross idea was the Byzantine mosaic of Empress Theodora in the Basilica of San Vitale
in Ravenna. The tiles of mosaic looked completely the opposite comparing the Art Deco style
prevailing in jewelry design during that time. Being captivated by that image and recalling
himself growing up close by the Amalfi coast and the Island of Malta, Fulco came up with a
white enamel irregular shape cuff generously garnished with the bright color stone cabochons.
This look is still one of Verdura’s most recognizable designs.
Verdura jewelry design manages to marry brand’s whimsical feel with the clean sophisticated
shapes. Oversized cuffs, colored stone cocktail rings and beaded necklaces by Verdura are chic,
Shop Verdura estate jewelry collection online or stop by Nadine Krakov Collection to see
Verdura in Beverly Hills in person.
Designer:Verdura
Circa:Late 20th Century
Materials:18k Yellow Gold
Gemstone:Black Jade
Weight: 107.8 Grams
Measurements:8" x 1"
Hallmarks:Verdura, 750
An iconic Verdura curb-link bracelet made of 18k gold and black jade. This Verdura bracelet alternates between polished onyx and 18k yellow gold links, creating a steady rhythm of color and texture. The curved links are generously sized and tightly joined, giving the piece a sculptural look. Each black jade link has a glassy surface that plays beautifully against the soft gleam of the gold. The pattern is consistent throughout and has a weighty feel while still looking streamlined. This Verdura curb-link bracelet has a sense of movement even when it’s resting flat. The bracelet’s design doesn’t need any extra embellishments as it’s focused on the shape, materials, and repetition. Whether worn alone or layered with other pieces, it’s the kind of bracelet that keeps its character no matter how it’s styled. Simple, striking, yet very wearable.
