I am in agreement that the chrome edge/black grills existed, as well the silver ones from the factory. I've owned both types, although at the time, I never saw another set on any car.
I dont believe the entire grill was chromed first though. I recall the chrome almost being on top of the plastic, like a foil applique. On one fin, I recall there being a lift/wrinkle near one end.
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Hi Grant, sorry to disagree, I actually have a NOS grille insert here in my hand right out of the box, close inspection shows the grille was completely chromed first, then stage 2 of the process would consist of blacking out over the chrome.