Vintage 1960s Signed ORB Otto Robert Bade Sterling Silver Modernist Abstract Boomerang Pendant Necklace 18.25"
Circa 1960s, Midcentury.
Underside of pendant is stamped "Orb STERLING". Clasp of chain is stamped "STERLING".
Handmade modernist abstract shape (reminiscent of a boomerang) pendant necklace.
Otto Robert Bade, born in 1921, served as the foreman for Rebajes Jewelry during the 1940s and 50s. When Frank Rebajes decided to sell his famous company and move to Spain in the late 1950s, Bade purchased Frank Rebajes' catalog designs and machinery and started his own company under the name of Orb Originals in 1960.
Chain measures approximately 18.25 inches long and has a spring ring clasp.
Pendant measures approximately 1.9 inches long by 0.55 inches wide.
Necklace weighs approximately 5.32 grams, in its entirety.
In good condition with no noticeable flaws. Silver may have some minor patina as expected with age & wear, but can be polished if you desire. Please see all photos.
Circa 1960s, Midcentury.
Underside of pendant is stamped "Orb STERLING". Clasp of chain is stamped "STERLING".
Handmade modernist abstract shape (reminiscent of a boomerang) pendant necklace.
Otto Robert Bade, born in 1921, served as the foreman for Rebajes Jewelry during the 1940s and 50s. When Frank Rebajes decided to sell his famous company and move to Spain in the late 1950s, Bade purchased Frank Rebajes' catalog designs and machinery and started his own company under the name of Orb Originals in 1960.
Chain measures approximately 18.25 inches long and has a spring ring clasp.
Pendant measures approximately 1.9 inches long by 0.55 inches wide.
Necklace weighs approximately 5.32 grams, in its entirety.
In good condition with no noticeable flaws. Silver may have some minor patina as expected with age & wear, but can be polished if you desire. Please see all photos.