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Vintage chandelier crystals from New York’s legendary Waldorf Astoria Hotel, now reinvented as modern jewels. Suspended from the delicate toggle closure are a crystal and our signature coin initials, creating a unique and feminine Y silhouette. Looks great layered with our Chandelier Lariat Necklace~
These crystals are from a vintage chandelier and have illuminated many celebrations and milestones over the years. While we select each carefully, there may be gentle signs of age on the surface and edges of some crystals. This is a sign of authenticity and part of the historic nature of the project.
*If longer chain is preferred, please comment in the notes section for a length of 19"
Please note: Hilton International, owner of the Waldorf Astoria Brand, does not sponsor or endorse our Grand hotel products.
*Please allow 2-3 weeks for shipment due to the custom nature of this item!
Product Details:
- 17” chain; 1.75” drop
- Genuine Chandelier Crystal
- Sterling silver or Gold-filled chain and findings
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Sterling silver or Gold over sterling silver initials
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Hand-Assembled
- Ships with a Romance Card of authentication
Customer Reviews
Sparkles like crazy in the light—all the beautiful rainbow of colors! Just the right size for everyday wear. As with all my John Wind pieces, receive lots of compliments. With the toggle clasp easy on, easy off. Brings back heartfelt memories of visits to the Waldorf.
Love the neklace
When I was a little girl we would go to the Waldorf for tea or luncheon if you got good grades, or did something exceptionally well, such a treat! This beautiful piece of history that lays elegantly around your neck is amazing, absolutely amazing! The charm with my initial, the placement of the crystal and the delicate chain with its toggle clasp make you feel that you are getting ready for tea or luncheon in that beautiful hotel once again. I have worn it with a dress at dinner and with a t-shirt and jeans for drinks on the water, and received many compliments in the times that I have worn it out. Thank you John Wind!
I have wanted an initial piece for awhile now and I was waiting for the right one to come along. Well, this is it! Unique, beautifully crafted, and the joy of knowing a bit of the Waldorf is hanging around my neck, what could be better. Thank you, John, for a gorgeous addition to my collection. Once we return to.live events, the season will be even brighter with this around my neck.
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Collector’s Sorority Gal Bracelet with Cotton Pearl
This one is for the real John Wind collector—Your initial and a 20mm cotton pearl hang from a dramatic, triple link cable chain. The bracelet is then clasped with a cool, oversized toggle and ring modeled on a vintage original.
Two-tone is the most popular variation, though we also offer classic gold and silver~
The initial coins are hand-pressed in a New England jewelry factory that has been making them since the original heyday of sororities in the 1950’s, hence the name. John rediscovered them over ten years ago, and they have since become our signature design, featured on Oprah’s O List and worn by thousands of fans nation-wide. The perfect monogram gift!
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Our best-selling design, this bracelet was inspired by Grace Kelly in Rear Window. In it she wears a bold gold bracelet with one dramatic charm, and John set out to recreate the look.
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Sorority Gal Cotton Pearl Initial Bracelet
Our best-selling design, this bracelet was inspired by Grace Kelly in Rear Window. In it she wears a bold gold bracelet with one dramatic charm, and John set out to recreate the look. On this version he added a 20mm cotton pearl to make it that much more special!
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Our popular petite initial on a fine wire bangle, accented with an 8mm crystal disco ball. The perfect way to personalize a stacked wrist. And at $38, they make the perfect gift!
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Sparkles like crazy in the light—all the beautiful rainbow of colors! Just the right size for everyday wear. As with all my John Wind pieces, receive lots of compliments. With the toggle clasp easy on, easy off. Brings back heartfelt memories of visits to the Waldorf.
Love the neklace
When I was a little girl we would go to the Waldorf for tea or luncheon if you got good grades, or did something exceptionally well, such a treat! This beautiful piece of history that lays elegantly around your neck is amazing, absolutely amazing! The charm with my initial, the placement of the crystal and the delicate chain with its toggle clasp make you feel that you are getting ready for tea or luncheon in that beautiful hotel once again. I have worn it with a dress at dinner and with a t-shirt and jeans for drinks on the water, and received many compliments in the times that I have worn it out. Thank you John Wind!
I have wanted an initial piece for awhile now and I was waiting for the right one to come along. Well, this is it! Unique, beautifully crafted, and the joy of knowing a bit of the Waldorf is hanging around my neck, what could be better. Thank you, John, for a gorgeous addition to my collection. Once we return to.live events, the season will be even brighter with this around my neck.