• Napier Silver Plate Cumquat Earrings | Stylish 1950s Dangles
  • vintage 1950s dangle earrings by Napier
  • Napier Silver Plate Cumquat Earrings | Stylish 1950s Dangles
  • Vintage 1950s napier earrings
  • Napier Silver Plate Cumquat Earrings | Stylish 1950s Dangles
  • Napier Silver Plate Cumquat Earrings | Stylish 1950s Dangles
  • vintage 1950s dangle earrings by Napier
  • Napier Silver Plate Cumquat Earrings | Stylish 1950s Dangles
  • Vintage 1950s napier earrings
  • Napier Silver Plate Cumquat Earrings | Stylish 1950s Dangles

Napier Silver Plate Cumquat Earrings | Stylish 1950s Dangles

Brand: Napier

$45.00

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Vintage 1950s Napier silver plate cumquat earrings.

1950s Napier silver plate cumquat earrings with a stylized petal and curl design.
 Approx. Size (cm):  1″ x .5″ (2.5 x 1.27).
 Era:  1950s.
 Condition:  Minor wear commensurate with age.
 Mark/Label:  Stamped Napier on the back of the clips.
 Only Pair!

Domestic flat rate shipping – Jewelry: $4.50

These Napier silver plate cumquat earrings are a rare and sought-after piece that embodies a bold mid-century design sensibility, perfect for collectors or enthusiasts of statement vintage jewelry.

Napier Earrings Details

Add a rare piece of Napier history to your collection with these 1950s sculptural silver-tone earrings—part of the limited “cumquat” series.

  • Unique dangle design with stylized petal accents and curled detailing.
  • Dark antique silver plating with rich vintage patina.
  • From a Napier collection that included matching necklaces in both silver plate and moonglow finishes.
  • Clip-on backs stamped Napier for authenticity.
  • Approx. size: 1″ x 0.5″.
  • Era: 1950s.
  • Condition: Minor wear commensurate with age.

A hard-to-find piece that captures Napier’s bold mid-century design sensibility—perfect for collectors or lovers of statement vintage jewelry.

VINTAGE CONDITION

About Napier Jewelry

The Beginnings

Napier began in 1878 as The E. A. Bliss Company in North Attleboro, Massachusetts, producing gilt watch chains for men. In 1890, the company relocated to Meriden, Connecticut, where it remained a cornerstone of American manufacturing for over a century. In 1920, under the leadership of James H. Napier, the firm became The Napier-Bliss Company. By 1922, it had adopted the name The Napier Co.

James Napier

James Napier played a visionary role in the company’s evolution. He wasn’t a designer, but he pushed Napier to the forefront of fashion by encouraging his team to study trends in Europe—a rare move for an American brand at the time. Early design leadership from Frederick W. Rettenmeyer helped guide Napier through the 1930s and ’40s, establishing a foundation of craftsmanship and style.

Wartime Production

During both World Wars, Napier halted jewelry production to manufacture medals and war-related items for the U.S. government. However, in the decades that followed, the company made a remarkable comeback.

The Glory Years

By the 1950s and ’60s, Napier jewelry filled department store counters across America, offering well-made, stylish pieces at an accessible price point.

In the 1970s, designer Eugene Bertolli brought a sculptural sensibility to the brand, creating standout designs like the Bird’s Nest set—now a favorite among collectors. His bold, modernist creations helped define Napier’s aesthetic in that era.

Legacy

As one of the first truly modern American corporations, Napier combined innovative business practices with cutting-edge design. The Meriden plant closed in 1999, the same year the brand was acquired by Victoria & Company. Today, Napier is owned by the Jones Apparel Group. While new pieces are still produced overseas, collectors continue to seek out the original American-made designs for their quality, creativity, and enduring appeal.

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