Bring a bold touch of vintage safari chic to your wardrobe with this striking 1990s statement belt. Sourced for our exclusive 'Treasures Found' drop, this piece features a parade of heavily detailed, high-shine gold-tone elephant links connected by a classic curb chain. It’s the perfect weight to cinch a fluid dress, drape over vintage denim, or loop through an oversized blazer.
Because it is an authentic vintage piece, it is completely unique—once it’s gone, it’s gone!
🕵️♀️ Collector's Note & Provenance:
While unbranded, the production markings on the reverse tell a fascinating story. Featuring a proprietary design copyright and the factory mold stamp
While unbranded, the production markings on the reverse tell a fascinating story. Featuring a proprietary design copyright and the factory mold stamp
CC-1289, this piece is highly characteristic of the high-quality private-label costume jewelry produced during the 1980s and 90s boom. During this era, major global department stores routinely commissioned premier American casting houses—predominantly located in Rhode Island, then the costume jewelry capital of the world—to manufacture heavy, beautifully plated statement accessories. It represents a beautifully preserved piece of fashion history from the golden era of high-end boutique plating.
Sizing & Measurements:
- Total Length: 42.5 inches | 108 cm (end-to-end including clasp and O-ring)
- Fit: Fully adjustable. The lobster claw clasp can hook into any link along the chain, making it highly versatile to wear high on the waist or draped low on the hips. Highly recommended for waist/hip sizes up to 40 inches (101 cm) to leave a comfortable hang.
Details & Features:
- Era: Circa 1980s / 1990s
- Material: Polished gold-tone electroplated base metal
- Design: Interconnected dimensional elephant motif with a proprietary vintage mold stamp on the reverse
Condition:
Good vintage condition with authentic age-related character. The gold plating retains a beautiful overall shine when worn, but shows light scuffing/wear on the polished front surfaces and typical wear/fading on the connecting metal links where the base metal shows through. Please review the close-up photos to see its vintage patina.
Good vintage condition with authentic age-related character. The gold plating retains a beautiful overall shine when worn, but shows light scuffing/wear on the polished front surfaces and typical wear/fading on the connecting metal links where the base metal shows through. Please review the close-up photos to see its vintage patina.
Care Instructions:
To keep this treasure shining for years to come, avoid direct contact with water, perfumes, and heavy lotions. Gently buff with a dry microfiber cloth after wearing.
To keep this treasure shining for years to come, avoid direct contact with water, perfumes, and heavy lotions. Gently buff with a dry microfiber cloth after wearing.