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Iconic piece is the 1973 Monet "Pas d'Or" V-shaped collar necklace, an acclaimed vintage "book piece" designed by Elda Krecic. Krecic served as one of the lead designers for the House of Monet from 1969 to 1984. Design FeaturesSilhouette: A bold, architectural chevron "V" shape engineered to sit flat and contour elegantly against the collarbone. Texture Play: It features alternating geometric panels composed of highly polished, smooth pyramid squares and highly textured "nugget" or "shaving" finish bars.Craftsmanship: The heavy gold-plating represents Monet's signature mid-century craftsmanship, celebrated for delivering a fine-jewelry look and exceptional durability that resists tarnishing. Market ValueAuthentic necklaces from this specific 1973 collection are highly sought after by collectors, typically valued between $135 and $280 depending on the condition and whether they include the matching earrings.