The Nina Ricci Tourbillon de Cordes et Franges d’Or Clip-On Earrings

The Nina Ricci Tourbillon de Cordes et Franges d’Or Clip-On Earrings

Archive Collection

A stunning, high-drama masterpiece from the late-1980s, The Nina Ricci Tourbillon de Cordes et Franges d’Or Clip-On Earrings arrive in immaculate deadstock condition. Beautifully preserved on their original cream velvet display card carrying the signature "NINA RICCI" branding, this rare pair is a triumphant celebration of liquid movement, rich textile-inspired metalwork, and classic Parisian runway glamour.

Each statement earring is designed in a bold, two-tiered drop silhouette that commands attention. The upper button consists of a substantial, domed gold-tone disc meticulously sculpted with a swirling, rope-twisted texture (tourbillon de cordes). This intricate, light-diffusing pattern catches and reflects light dynamically with every turn of the head. Suspended from the base of each dome is a fluted golden cap that unleashes a spectacular cascading tassel of fine, fluid curb chains (franges d'or). As the wearer moves, the individual gold-plated strands sway and catch the light with unmatched elegance, offering a dramatic, face-framing drop effect that perfectly elevates sleek evening wear, tailored blazers, or velvet textures.

As an authentic deadstock archival find from the peak collaboration era of Nina Ricci and D'Orlan manufacturing, these earrings demonstrate the exceptional casting weight, flawless articulation, and signature premium triple-layered 22kt gold-plating depth iconic to the brand’s vintage haute couture history.

Features

• Brand & Provenance: Authentic vintage Nina Ricci, beautifully preserved on its original branded velvet display card with its vintage paper tag.

• Materials: Premium triple-layered 22kt gold-plating over a heavy-weight, highly durable jewelry base metal framework.

• Design Details: Two-tiered statement drop earrings featuring a deeply textured, rope-swirled dome and a dangling cascade of fluid, multi-strand gold-tone curb chains.

• Fit: Engineered with a secure, optimally tensioned archival clip-on mechanism designed to support the substantial weight and drop profile, keeping the earrings sitting straight, stable, and comfortably flush against the earlobe.