80s Fashion Appraisal

Vintage 'Love Is...' Pendant Necklace in Original Box

This item is a 'Love Is...' themed pendant on a chain, presented in its original gift box. The circular pendant features a white enamel background with a gold-tone metal border and bail. At its center, it depicts the iconic 'Love Is...' cartoon characters, a boy and a girl, embracing. The figures are rendered in a light brown or tan color with black outlines. Above their heads is the phrase "Love is..." inscribed along the curve of the pendant, and below them, the word "Heavenly." Four small, red heart-shaped accents are symmetrically placed around the central figures. The pendant is attached to a medium-gauge gold-tone link chain, possibly a rolo or cable chain, indicating it's likely a necklace. The presentation box is a vibrant robin's egg blue, lined with what appears to be a light blue or cream-colored velvet or satin material. The inside lid of the box is decorated with cartoon depictions of the 'Love Is...' characters and the text 'love is...' along with 'WOW! LATEST FASHION'. A gold-toned bar with 'LATEST FASHION' is also visible in the box. The overall condition appears good, with minor signs of handling or age consistent with a vintage item, such as slight wear on the box lining and possibly some tarnishing on the metal, though not clearly evident in the image. The enamel on the pendant appears intact. This piece likely dates from the 1970s or 1980s, a period when 'Love Is...' merchandise was highly popular. The craftsmanship is typical of mass-produced novelty jewelry from that era, focusing more on the popular cultural reference than on fine jewelry materials or intricate detailing. The inclusion of the original box enhances its collectible value.