Bidspirit auction | Sterling Silver Floral Festoon Necklace
Sterling Silver Floral Festoon Necklace - A sterling silver necklace designed in a floral festoon style, featuring a central five-petaled flower element flanked by four foliate links. The decorative floral and leaf components are created using a stamping or repoussé technique and are hollow-backed. The necklace is composed of a textured double-link chain and secures with a spring ring clasp. The spring ring clasp is impressed with the characters STERLING in a sans-serif font. No other maker marks, signatures, or hallmarks are visible on the decorative elements or the chain. Length: 15.5 inches Weight: 0.613 troy ounces. The necklace exhibits a heavy natural patina and dark tarnish across the silver surfaces, particularly within the recessed areas of the floral and leaf designs (photo 1 and 2). Minor surface wear and light scratches consistent with age and use are visible upon close inspection (photo 2). The spring ring clasp is in functional condition and closes securely.