{"product_id":"🐉-collectors-trophy-david-stannard-1970s-80s-imperial-dragon-jade-buddha-pearl-necklace-signed","title":"🐉 COLLECTOR'S TROPHY: Donald Stannard 1970s–80s Imperial Dragon \u0026 Malachite Shrine Pearl Necklace — Signed","description":"\u003cp\u003e✦ NEW ARRIVAL — ONE OF ONE\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDonald Stannard | Vintage Imperial Dragon \u0026amp; Malachite Shrine Necklace — Signed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA piece of breathtaking rarity and cultural magnificence. This extraordinary vintage necklace by \u003cstrong\u003eDonald Stannard\u003c\/strong\u003e is among the most exceptional examples of late 20th-century orientalist jewellery design — signed, double-sided, and utterly one of a kind.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✦ \u003cstrong\u003ePROVENANCE \u0026amp; ERA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCirca \u003cstrong\u003e1970s–1980s\u003c\/strong\u003e — the golden era of Western orientalist accessories, when master designers drew deeply from Eastern iconography to create pieces of genuine cultural and artistic significance. Donald Stannard's work from this period is exceptionally scarce, with signed examples commanding serious collector attention. This piece bears his name stamp — the mark of authenticity that transforms a beautiful object into a documented collector's piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✦ \u003cstrong\u003eTHE PIECE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlternating \u003cstrong\u003elustrous white baroque pearls\u003c\/strong\u003e and deep \u003cstrong\u003eforest green malachite beads\u003c\/strong\u003e with gold-tone barrel spacers form the necklace strand — a masterclass in material contrast. At the centre, a substantial \u003cstrong\u003egold-tone medallion\u003c\/strong\u003e, hand-engraved on both sides with an imperial dragon and what appears to be \u003cstrong\u003eEastern script or characters\u003c\/strong\u003e — the double-sided craftsmanship a testament to Stannard's uncompromising standards. Suspended from the medallion, three \u003cstrong\u003evivid malachite cabochons\u003c\/strong\u003e set in individual gold-tone arched shrine frames — each one reminiscent of a reliquary, deeply evocative of Eastern sacred art.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✦ \u003cstrong\u003eRARITY \u0026amp; COLLECTIBILITY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ EXCEPTIONAL RARITY\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSigned Donald Stannard — authenticated and documented\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble-sided engraved dragon medallion with Eastern script — exceptional craftsmanship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTriple malachite shrine drop — extraordinarily rare configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaroque pearl and malachite combination in this condition is increasingly impossible to source\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuseum-quality for age — a genuine investment piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e✦ \u003cstrong\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Donald Stannard (signed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circa 1970s–1980s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Baroque pearls, malachite beads, malachite cabochon drops, gold-tone metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePendant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double-sided imperial dragon medallion with Eastern script engraving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrops:\u003c\/strong\u003e Three malachite cabochons in arched gold-tone shrine frames\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent vintage — please see photos for full condition assessment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e✦ \u003cstrong\u003eWHY NOW?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEastern iconography and malachite jewellery are experiencing a significant renaissance in the luxury collector market — driven by growing collector bases across Asia, the US, and Europe. This piece predates the trend entirely. It is not inspired by the moment. \u003cem\u003eThe moment is catching up to it.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a one-of-one piece. Once she's gone, she's gone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e📩 Questions? DM us on Instagram @cocorocco or use the contact form below.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coco Rocco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55167165989193,"sku":null,"price":495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/9395\/4889\/files\/F524C412-4157-4A31-A98B-3F3C83DAC719_bd8da9e0-5eba-4377-aeb3-fb88f649a1c4.png?v=1787995888","url":"https:\/\/cocoroccovintage.com\/products\/%f0%9f%90%89-collectors-trophy-david-stannard-1970s-80s-imperial-dragon-jade-buddha-pearl-necklace-signed","provider":"Coco Rocco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}