Seaside Days - Vintage Gold Plated 'Seashell & Starfish' Pendant & Chain (VP272)
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Seaside Days - Vintage Gold Plated 'Seashell & Starfish' Pendant & Chain. This unique pendant and chain is crafted from gold plate over metal. The pendant features vintage styling, and quality craftsmanship. This pendant is comprised of a wonderful dimensional design, which exhibit seashells and a starfish in a beautiful rich gold finish. Even the bale displays a charming seashell, which adds detail and character to the piece. The chain is original to the piece, designed as a substantial rope chain, featuring a spring ring clasp in perfect working order. This gorgeous vintage pendant would make a great addition to any vintage jewelry collection.
Comments: Unique design, and beautiful!
History: 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: Pendant 38.50 mm x 30.00 mm Chain: 24"
Weight: 22.30 grams
Condition: Excellent
Origin: America
Date: Circa 1980





