Posted 8 years ago
Arlette
(41 items)
Bought this necklace at a garage sale , it was in a Baggie of jewelry for a dollar . Thought it might be silver , cleaned it but can't find any markings . But will post two brooches that were in the bag
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I can't find any markings that indicate it is silver . Another piece my sister loves , and her style, guess I loose this piece to her as well . She wants to come garage saleing with me . Lol
I hope not to disappoint you (esp since I'm a big fan of this style of jewelry myself), but it's (likely) not silver. It's alpaca and from Peru. Search "Peru necklace" and you should find other examples of this style.
I have a few earrings myself, but haven't been as lucky to come across anything bigger. It's a very beautiful necklace you managed to get.
I have a pair of earrings made in the same style. The are delicate and silver looking but they are not sterling. If I get a chance, I will post them. I also have a set made of copper. By no means are the pieces as fine as you necklace but the style shows a little bit of a resemblance. Recently a came across as copper piece like mine and the seller stated that it was handmade in Mexico.
Anyway, here is a link to my set:
https://www.collectorsweekly.com/stories/192437-unusual-handmade-copper-parure
Thank you for all your helpful information . I did give this to my sister and she was thrilled . I will search Peru necklace . And I will check out your link .
Thanks everyone . I told my sister I was trying to be her favorite sister , there are four of us lol ( well eight but I don't think my brothers would wear it lol
I did some checking I believe it is Alpaca necklace from Peru .
And could the stone be Mahogony Obsidian ?