Sun Kissed - Vintage Gold Plated Fancy Link Necklace (VN171)
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Sun Kissed - Vintage Gold Plated Fancy Link Necklace. This gorgeous necklace is crafted from gold plate over metal. Featuring vintage styling, and quality craftsmanship. This necklace is comprised of interlocking links, which make-up this beautiful wide gold necklace. The clasp is a folder-over type , which locks into place. The necklace has a wonderful polished gold finish on both sides of the piece. This vintage necklace looks stunning when worn, and would dress up any of your favorite outfits.
History: Gold was generally used for a couple thousand years solely to create things such as jewelry and idols for worship. This was until around 1500 BC when the ancient empire of Egypt, which benefited greatly from its gold-bearing region, Nubia, made gold the first official medium of exchange for international trade.
The process was invented in 1805 by Italian chemist Luigi Brugnatelli who plated a very thin gold layer on top of silver. Since then, it has become commonplace in the jewelry world, with many base metals covered in gold, silver, or rhodium.
Measurements: Necklace 18"
Weight: 70.50 grams
Condition: Excellent
Origin: America
Date: Circa 1970