Dreamcatcher Appraisal

Dreamcatcher Pendant Necklace with Feather Charm

This item is a long-chain necklace featuring a dreamcatcher-style pendant with an attached feather charm. The necklace is constructed from a fine-link metal chain, appearing to be brass or a similar gold-toned base metal, exhibiting some areas of tarnish and wear, suggesting it is not solid gold. The chain includes a lobster clasp and an extender chain for adjustable length, both also showing signs of wear consistent with the main chain. The central pendant is circular, fashioned in an openwork, filigree-like design reminiscent of a dreamcatcher's web, with a roughly textured or braided appearance. Embedded within this 'web' is a single, oval-shaped cabochon stone with a mottled, earthy color palette, possibly jasper, agate, or a similar composite stone, displaying shades of green, brown, and possibly red/orange. Below the circular pendant hangs a single, elongated feather charm, also in a gold-toned metal, with textured detailing to mimic the veins and barbs of a natural feather. The overall aesthetic leans towards a bohemian or 'hippie-chic' style, popular in various fashion trends from the late 20th century to the present day. The visible condition issues include notable discoloration, tarnish, and possible plating loss on the metal components, particularly on the chain and the back of the pendant/charm, indicating regular use and age. The craftsmanship appears to be mass-produced, typical for fashion jewelry rather than fine jewelry, with no discernible maker's marks or signatures visible from the image.