Blue Gem Necklace Appraisal

Silver-Tone Pendant Necklace with Central Light Blue Stone and Halo Setting

This item is a necklace featuring a central pendant on a silver-tone chain. The chain appears to be a snake chain style, characterized by closely linked, smooth, and flexible segments, giving it a somewhat rigid yet supple feel. It has a metallic luster suggesting it is made of silver or a silver-plated base metal. The pendant is the focal point, designed in a classic halo setting. It features a prominent faceted stone at its center, which appears to be light blue or aquamarine in color, with a slightly cloudy or milky translucence, possibly indicating a natural stone or a well-simulated one. Surrounding this central stone is a halo of smaller, clear, round faceted stones, likely cubic zirconia or small diamonds, intended to enhance the brilliance and apparent size of the primary stone. The metal setting of the pendant matches the chain in color, suggesting a cohesive design. The overall construction appears to be machine-made, indicating contemporary manufacturing. There are no visible maker's marks or distinguishing hallmarks in the provided image. The item appears to be in good, used condition with a slight patina or subtle dullness on the metal, suggesting some age or regular wear, but no obvious signs of severe damage, missing stones, or repairs. The craftsmanship appears to be standard for mass-produced jewelry. Its aesthetic points towards a modern or possibly late 20th to early 21st-century style.