Vivienne Westwood
Mini Bas Relief Pendant Necklace
This is a Vivienne Westwood Mini Bas Relief Pendant Necklace, a fashion jewelry piece featuring the brand's iconic orb pendant embellished with Swarovski crystals. It is crafted from brass with crystal detailing and has an adjustable extender chain with a clasp, measuring 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) in length. The necklace is designed for everyday wear but should be kept away from water and excessive moisture to prevent tarnishing.
- Material
- Sterling silver, brass, Swarovski crystals
- Gender
- female
- Style
- minimal, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Necklaces
Size
Specifications
Delicate Vivienne Westwood pendant necklace featuring the iconic orb design in sterling silver with Swarovski crystal inlay.
Sterling silver orb pendant with Swarovski crystal inlay, adjustable chain length with extender and clasp closure.
- Material
- Sterling silver, brass, Swarovski crystals
- Secondary
- brass, glass
- Style
- minimal, classic
- Occasion
- everyday
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Necklaces
Additional Attributes
- iconic Vivienne Westwood orb design
- crafted in sterling silver
- intricately inlaid with Swarovski crystals
- adjustable length with extender chain
- clasp closure for secure fastening
- 19.5-inch length (49.5 cm)
- delicate and elegant everyday jewellery
- brass construction with crystal embellishment
- mini pendant silhouette
- versatile piece for daily wear
Product Insights
The Mini Bas Relief Pendant Necklace by Vivienne Westwood (225 CAD, out of stock) delivers a compact punk-royal icon: its Orb logo—inspired by Saturn's rings and the 1661 Sovereign's Orb—merges royal regalia with punk irony, a motif revived from the 1987 runway to TikTok as a Gen Z icon. The flat 1.7×2.7 cm pendant sits flush on the collarbone on a 49.5 cm adjustable chain, designed for snag-free layering and pairing with pearl chokers or under collars. An engraved Vivienne Westwood tag at the clasp signals authenticity, though the necklace is widely counterfeited. The price reflects brand design heritage and cultural cachet, not the brass-and-Swarovski materials; regular wear causes plating to fade and may green the skin, and neglecting care leads to rust and crystal loss. It offers an accessible entry into the brand's orbit, trading material longevity for subcultural status and story.
Verified claims
- Origin
- Orb logo merges royal regalia with punk irony, first drawn onto a knitted jumper imagined for Prince Charles.
- Brand mark
- Engraved Vivienne Westwood tag at clasp ensures constant brand identification.
- Cultural significance
- The orb motif fuses royal symbolism, punk irony, and pop‑culture revival from the 1987 runway to today’s TikTok.
- Plating
- Regular wear causes plating to fade and may cause green skin discoloration.
- Value proposition
- Price reflects brand design heritage, not material cost.
- Crystals
- Crystals withstand normal wear but chip under hard impacts.
- Care
- Neglecting care instructions causes tarnishing, plating wear, and damage to the crystal inlay.
- Drop
- The 49.5 cm total chain length, including the extender, places the pendant at collarbone level; the exact shorter adjustment range is not specified.
- Profile
- Flat, 1.7×2.7 cm pendant sits flush on collarbone, resists snagging when layered.
- Clasp detail
- Engraved oval tag at lobster clasp adds brand signature at nape.
- Snag-free wear
- Flat bas-relief profile and flush pavé surface lie nearly flush, reducing friction and snagging in layers.
- Layering fit
- Small pendant (1.7x2.7 cm) and adjustable 49.5 cm chain place it at collarbone for versatile stacking.
- Styling versatility
- Juxtaposes punk and feminine aesthetics, working under collars and layered with other chains.
- Durability
- Careful daily wear is possible; hard impacts can chip the crystal inlay, and neglecting care causes tarnish.
- Revival
- Revived by Nana manga and TikTok as a Gen Z icon, with punk cachet that translates across media and decades.
- Style versatility
- Pavé-crystal pendant, 1.7 x 2.7 cm, designed for layering with punk-and-feminine aesthetic.
- Orb origins
- The orb was inspired by Saturn’s rings and the 1661 Sovereign’s Orb.
- Cultural relevance
- Orb motif revived by Nana manga and TikTok attention from figures like Dua Lipa and Bella Hadid.
- Engraved tag
- Engraved Vivienne Westwood oval tag at clasp signals authentic necklace.
- Material
- Brass and Swarovski crystal; value from brand design, not materials.
- Brand heritage
- Orb design carries historical and subcultural cachet; brand story is key.
- Gift value
- At 225 CAD, an accessible gift entry into VW jewelry.
- Design
- Orb design rooted in punk rebellion and crown-jewels heritage.
- Crystal appearance
- The pavé-set crystals read as clear and bright with a slight platinum hue in natural light.
Product record
- Title
- Mini Bas Relief Pendant Necklace
- Brand
- Vivienne Westwood
- Price
- 225 CAD
- Availability
- Out of stock
- Rating
- 5 stars, 1 reviews
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 19 sourcesUses
Everyday elegant accent
A delicate pendant necklace meant to add an elegant touch to everyday outfits. Its adjustable length, via an extender chain and clasp, lets you wear it at the height you prefer.[4]
Adding a bold, edgy accent to your style
Vivienne Westwood's Mini Bas Relief pendant necklace is styled by the retailer as a way to break with convention and infuse your look with bold, edgy elements. Its design is described as a juxtaposition of punk and femininity, making it a statement piece for outfits with an unconventional edge.[2]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Mini Bas Relief Pendant Necklace: Choose this if you want Vivienne Westwood's signature two-dimensional orb motif as a small gold-tone bas-relief pendant, with pavé crystal embellishments and Swarovski crystal composition on a fine curb-style chain. The necklace offers one size with adjustable length (49.5 cm total including the extender chain), a lobster clasp, and an engraved oval tag, and the retailer describes it as a delicate piece for adding an elegant touch to everyday outfits. Note the composition is listed as brass and Swarovski crystal, even though one page description refers to the orb as sterling silver, and this base-metal construction is the kind some shoppers associate with potential tarnishing over time.[1,3,4,5,6] | Mini Bas Relief Necklace: Choose this if you want a subtle everyday designer piece: a single strand of round synthetic pearls with a small silver-tone brass orb pendant encrusted with Swarovski crystals, sized about 1.7 by 2.7 cm. At roughly 19.75 inches (50 cm) long, reviewers note it sits comfortably without the tightness common to shorter pearl strands and transitions from casual wear to formal occasions. Know that it is brass plated rather than solid precious metal—one owner reports the silver plating wearing away into a patina after about two years of frequent wear, which they personally like, and another buyer found the color looked yellower than expected.[7,8,9,10,11,12] | Balbina Pendant Necklace: Choose this if you want a delicate, understated take on one of the label's classic orb designs: a tiny silver-tone Saturn-style pendant (about 0.9 by 1 cm) with a glass-based pearl center, weighing just 2.97 grams. The fine chain runs 40 cm with extender links fastening at 44 cm (the retailer lists 43.5 cm), and it comes in one size in White or Golden Yellow. Note it is made of brass, and one wearer of the gold version reported the metal losing its coloration after a year of wear.[13,14,15,16,17,18,19] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
A gold-tone necklace with a small ornamental bas-relief orb pendant suspended from a fine linked chain; pendant includes a horizontal ring element and a vertical topped ornament set with multiple small clear stones.
- Chain styleFine gold-tone linked chain composed of small uniform rounded links forming a continuous loop to the pendant
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.02 · w 0.38 · h 0.86 (medium); x 0.56 · y 0.02 · w 0.38 · h 0.86 (medium) - Pendant overall shapeSmall gold-tone bas-relief pendant centered at image bottom featuring a flattened horizontal oval ring intersected by a vertical orb/topped element
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.72 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (high) - Pendant ornamentationPendant surface decorated with multiple small faceted clear stones or crystals set into the metal across the ring and vertical element
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.72 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (high) - Bail and attachmentSmall polished jump ring and bail connect the pendant to the chain, matching the gold-tone finish
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.68 · w 0.05 · h 0.06 (high) - Metal finishPolished reflective gold-tone metal visible on chain and pendant surfaces
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.10 · w 0.30 · h 0.80 (medium)
Other
Studio-style product shot on a light neutral background with soft shadows; necklace is centered and vertically oriented with pendant near the lower third of the frame.
- Background and stagingUniform light gray background with no visible props or packaging
- ShadowingSoft shadow directly beneath the pendant and faint shadows beside the chain indicating top lighting from slightly above
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.80 · w 0.20 · h 0.10 (medium) - Image crop and compositionNecklace displayed full-length within frame, chain curves inward from near the top edges to the pendant at center-bottom
- Image qualitySharp focus on pendant and chain with even studio lighting and minimal glare
Colors
warm gold· chainwarm gold· pendant body#C3C3C3clear crystal· pendant stones#C3C3C3- Chain styleFine gold-tone linked chain composed of small uniform rounded links forming a continuous loop to the pendant
- 02
Product
Small yellow-gold pendant on a matching yellow-gold link chain displayed on a white mannequin bust; chain forms a slightly flattened V and meets a horizontally oriented oval pendant with a central raised motif and surrounding ring.
- Chain styleMedium-thickness rounded curb-style link chain with uniform links forming a V shape across the upper chest of the display.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.08 · w 0.36 · h 0.26 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.08 · w 0.36 · h 0.26 (high) - Pendant shapeSmall horizontal oval pendant with a thin outer ring and a raised central bas-relief-like element topped by a small orb and loop that attaches to the chain.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.32 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high) - Pendant surface detailPendant and small orb have textured ornamental details and small bead-like accents along the ring; fine three-dimensional relief visible on the central element.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.34 · w 0.09 · h 0.08 (high) - Attachment loopShort polished bail/loop connects the pendant to the chain directly above the pendant's central axis.
1 region
x 0.49 · y 0.29 · w 0.04 · h 0.06 (high)
Other
Product photographed on a white matte mannequin bust against a white background with even studio lighting and soft shadows; centered composition showing upper torso and neck.
- Display propWhite mannequin bust showing neck and upper chest used to display the necklace.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionCentered, vertical portrait framing with the pendant located near the visual center and generous negative space below.
- Lighting and shadowEven diffuse studio lighting producing soft, minimal shadows and subtle highlights on the metal surfaces.
Colors
yellow gold· chain and pendant#ABACA5- Chain styleMedium-thickness rounded curb-style link chain with uniform links forming a V shape across the upper chest of the display.
- 03
Product
Close-up of a gold-tone necklace showing a medium-thickness curb-style chain and a small orbit-shaped pendant with a bow-like top loop and pavé textured surface.
- Chain styleRounded curb-link gold-tone chain visible from top center and extending diagonally to the lower pendant; links are uniform and polished with reflective highlights.
2 regions
x 0.52 · y 0.02 · w 0.28 · h 0.56 (high); x 0.00 · y 0.38 · w 0.42 · h 0.28 (high) - Pendant overall shapeSmall stylized planet with a horizontal oval ring encircling a domed central orb and a tiny cross/bow motif at the top where the bail attaches.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.62 · w 0.30 · h 0.21 (high) - Pendant surface texturePavé-like textured fields across the ring and central orb comprised of many small faceted, sparkly points set into the metal, giving a glittering appearance.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.67 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (high) - Bail and connectorPolished tapered bail connects the chain to the pendant; directly below it is a small decorative element resembling a bow or cross with a circular center detail.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.56 · w 0.08 · h 0.10 (high) - Finish and reflectivityMetal surfaces are high-gloss and highly reflective, with specular highlights along chain links and pendant edges.
Other
Product photographed on a plain light gray background with soft shadowing beneath the pendant; image is a studio close-up with even lighting.
- BackgroundUniform light gray background occupying the full frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - ShadowingSoft diffuse shadow directly beneath and slightly to the right of the pendant, indicating top-left light source.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.75 · w 0.30 · h 0.12 (high) - Shot compositionClose-up detail crop showing the lower portion of the chain and the pendant positioned in the lower-center of the image; upper chain extends out of frame.
Colors
warm polished gold· metal (chain and pendant)light champagne sparkle· pavé stones#EEEEEE- Chain styleRounded curb-link gold-tone chain visible from top center and extending diagonally to the lower pendant; links are uniform and polished with reflective highlights.
Variants
5 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3621333 | Mini Bas Relief Pendant Necklace - One Size | CA$225.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4704351 | Mini Bas Relief Pendant Necklace - One Size | CA$225.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4416005 | Mini Bas Relief Pendant Necklace - One Size | CA$225.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4761588 | Mini Bas Relief Pendant Necklace - One Size | CA$225.00 | Out of Stock |
| 3621334 | Mini Bas Relief Pendant Necklace - One Size | CA$225.00 | Out of Stock |
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
1 total1 reviews · out of 5
It is so beautify! I
It is so beautify! I like it very much!
Reddit Insights
5 threads · r/vinted, r/jewelry, r/viviennewestwood, r/AskMeuf, r/JewelryIdentificationReddit users largely criticize Vivienne Westwood Mini Bas Relief Pendant Necklace for its low-quality costume materials relative to its price, though some still adore the brand's iconic design.
While the iconic design is loved, the majority of users highlight poor material quality (brass, glass pearls) and durability issues, deeming it overpriced costume jewelry.
Themes
Use Cases
- Fashion accessory for special occasions
- Gift for Vivienne Westwood fans
- Everyday wear if properly cared for
- Alternative to real pearl necklaces for the aesthetic
Watch Out For
Community Q&A
- Is the VW Mini Bas Relief necklace made of real pearls?
- No, they are Swarovski glass pearl beads.
- Is it worth the price?
- It depends; you pay for the brand design, not the materials, and many consider it overpriced.
- Does it tarnish easily?
- Yes, it's brass with plating and can tarnish with moisture, sweat, or perfume.
- How can I authenticate a VW necklace?
- Check for dust bag quality, markings, and buy from reputable sources; many fakes exist on Vinted and eBay.
- How should I care for it?
- Avoid water, sweat, sleeping, and perfume; store in dry place; wipe after wear.
Compared To
vs real pearl necklaces
Real pearl necklaces are more expensive but offer genuine materials; VW offers the brand aesthetic at a lower material quality.
vs counterfeit VW necklaces
Fakes often use similar materials and are much cheaper, making the authentic one seem less worth it.
vs other designer costume jewelry brands like Alexander McQueen
VW is similarly priced in the luxury costume jewelry space, which is expected for designer brands.
Source Threads
Authenticity concerns and quality of VW necklaces on Vinted
Just buy the fake. The real ones aren’t precious materials and the fake ones are surprisingly close Source: I own both
u/InSilenceLikeLasagnar/vintedView thread →
Explicit material and quality details of the Mini Bas Relief Choker
Vivienne Westwood jewelry is almost all low quality base metal. On the mini bas relief choker the VW website says the metal piece is “silver toned metal” (it will tarnish and turn color) and the “pearls” are Swarovski glass pearl beads (so not high quality pearls).
u/Kristin2349r/jewelryView thread →
Mixed experiences with durability and care
I own a few brass pieces, and as long as you take care of them (don’t wear them in the shower, to sleep, when you sweat heavily), they’ll be perfectly fine. I ignored all of that advice when I bought my first necklace (same one in the picture), and now it’s rusted beyond belief and has half of the crystals missing 😭
u/Specific_Month1113r/viviennewestwoodView thread →
Opinion on the single-row pearl necklace from a French user
Par contre j'ai le 1 rang de perle dont tu parles : lui je le trouve plutôt bien et solide, et même si les perles ne sont pas vraies, elles ont une couleur qui est vraiment différente des contrefaçons cheap qui sont blanches éclatantes, là ça fait un peu plus "naturel" même si ça ne l'est pas.
u/vncntvangothr/AskMeufView thread →
Authenticity and value of a VW orb necklace
They’re almost all coated brass, even the ‘real’ ones. They’re not inherently valuable in terms of materials. I was shocked that they were $100.
u/PathAdvanced2415r/JewelryIdentificationView thread →