Camrose & Kross - Vintage 'Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy' Gold Plated Crystal Rhinestone Necklace (VN279)

Camrose & Kross - Vintage ''Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy' Gold Plated Crystal Rhinestone Necklace. This stunning necklace is crafted from gold plate over metal. The necklace features numerous round cut crystal rhinestones, original certificates, and vintage styling. This necklace is bib design, is a rich gold colour, which is expertly hand-set with sparkling emerald green, and clear coloured crystals. The necklace has a secure lobster claw clasp, and an extender so it can be worn at your desired length. This necklace would make a perfect adornment for any formal gown or attire. Truly a beautiful necklace to be enjoyed for years to come. 

History: Camrose & Kross is an American jewelry company famous for being the exclusive, authorized maker of exact replicas from the personal jewellery collection of the former First Lady Jaqueline Bouvier Kennedy Onassis. 

Founding: The company was established in the mid-1980s (commonly referenced around 1986) and later incorporated as Camrose & Kross LLC in New Jersey on May 5, 1998.

Trademarks: The brand holds rights to two primary trademarks: CAMROSE & KROSS and JBK (Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy).

Scope: Beyond the signature Jackie Kennedy line, the private company has produced watches, silverware, and decorative costume pieces.

Exclusive Partnership: Camrose & Kross is the only company granted the official authorization and license to reproduce exact pieces from Jackie Kennedy's personal collection—items she received as gifts, purchased at high-end jewelers like Tiffany & Co., or wore during her time in the White House. 

Meticulous Replicas: The jewelers craft high-end costume pieces using metal alloys of gold and silver tone, art glass, rhinestones, and Austrian crystals. The replicas are designed to match the originals in weight, dimensions, and even minor details like an original scratch or patina.

Hand-Painted Pearls: A hallmark of the collection—such as her famous three-strand faux pearl necklace—replicates original manufacturing techniques. For instance, certain glass pearl beads are hand-painted and individually strung on hand-knotted silken cords using specialized European factories.

Certificates of Authenticity: Pieces from the JBK collection were typically sold with original presentation boxes and certificates of authenticity, making them sought-after collector's items today.