Vintage-Style Rose Quartz and Marcasite Pendant Necklace

This item is a vintage-style pendant necklace featuring a central teardrop or oval-shaped translucent stone, likely rose quartz, characterized by its soft pink hue and cloudy clarity. The stone is held within an ornate decorative mounting at its base, which appears to be crafted from sterling silver or a base metal featuring an antiqued patina. This mounting is set with small, glittering dark stones, indicative of marcasite, arranged in a crown-like or floral pattern. The pendant is suspended from a delicate rose gold-tone cable chain, approximately 16 to 18 inches in length. The chain features a typical lobster claw clasp or small spring ring closure. The overall aesthetic suggests a late 20th-century reproduction of Art Deco or Victorian styles rather than a true period antique. The metal of the chain shows a reddish-copper luster, which may be rose gold plating over silver or brass. In terms of condition, the metal mounting shows some darkening consistent with intentional oxidation for style, though the chain appears slightly tangled. There are no immediate visible maker's marks, though such items are frequently stamped '925' on the clasp or the back of the pendant mounting. The craftsmanship is of a commercial decorative quality, typical of mass-produced boutique jewelry meant for everyday wear.