Hinged Pendant Appraisal

Silver-Tone Chain with Pave-Set Gemstone Cross Pendant

This item is a necklace consisting of a delicate silver-tone chain and a cross-shaped pendant. The chain appears to be a fine box chain or snake chain, exhibiting a bright, reflective silver color, suggesting it could be sterling silver, white gold, or a silver-plated base metal. The total length of the chain is not precisely discernible, but it appears to be of standard necklace length, likely between 16 and 20 inches, with a visible lobster clasp or a similar small-toggle clasp mechanism near the back. The pendant is a Latin cross design, approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in height, featuring a surface entirely covered with pave-set gemstones. These gemstones are small, round, and appear dark in color, suggesting they could be black diamonds, onyx, or another dark stone, possibly cubic zirconia for costume jewelry. Their arrangement creates a sparkling, textured surface. The metal of the cross pendant also appears silver-tone, consistent with the chain. There are no visible manufacturer's marks or stamps in the provided images. The overall condition appears good with no obvious signs of significant damage such as kinks in the chain, missing stones, or heavy tarnishing, though minor surface scratches or wear typical of used jewelry may be present. The aesthetic suggests a contemporary style, likely from the late 20th or early 21st century. The craftsmanship, particularly the pave setting, appears neat and consistent, indicating a reasonably good quality piece, although without closer inspection of the stone quality and setting, it's difficult to ascertain if it's fine jewelry or high-end costume jewelry. The pendant is attached to the chain via a small bail.