Sautoir Necklace Cultured Pearls Onyx & Enormous Mother of Pearl Flower (5878)

Totally outlandish! Long double sautoir necklace with an enormous flower.Made of genuine cultured pearls, onyx and mother of pearls. Wires in silver. Made late 20th century. <P><P>
Measurements: total length is approximately 37.5inches (95cm), the onyx slightly longer than the pearls so that they hang correctly. The flower is approximately 3 3/4 inches (10cm) wide. Pearls are about 8mm in diameter. <P><P>
This necklace makes a very strong statement. Black and white: the ultimate fashion colors and contrasts. Rich onyx, faceted beads in a long chain and alongside, cultured pearls. In addition, there is a huge flower made of mother of pearl petals joined together at the back by silver wire. The center is pretty carved and engraved mother of pearl, set with 5 slightly rice-krispy-ish smaller pearls. Each of the latter with a silver pin showing through it. The necklace can be worn as is, or, you could have your jeweller remove the flower and turn it into a brooch/pendant and wear the pearls and/or onyx in a more conventional fashion. <P><P>
Marks: none found. <P><P>
Condition: minor wear. Please see enlarged pictures for details.