Monet Gold Tone Herringbone/Snake Chain Necklace

The item is a Monet gold-tone necklace, specifically identified as a 'snake chain' or 'herringbone chain' style costume jewelry piece. It features a bright, reflective gold-tone finish, which appears to be a plating over a base metal. The chain is composed of a series of tightly linked, flat, chevron-shaped segments that create a smooth, fluid surface, giving it its characteristic serpentine appearance. The overall length of the necklace appears to be suitable for wearing as a choker or a short princess length, likely around 16-18 inches, consistent with the '18 k' annotation in the context (though this likely refers to the length, not gold karatage). While the context mentions 'Monet silver tone necklace 18 k', the visual evidence clearly shows a gold tone, suggesting the silver tone might be a reference to another piece or a misunderstanding. The clasp mechanism is visible at one end, appearing to be a simple spring ring clasp, typical for costume jewelry of this era. The necklace exhibits a slight curvature consistent with having been worn or stored. There are no obvious signs of significant damage such as kinks, dents, or scratches visible from the provided images, indicating it is in good to very good pre-owned condition. The craftsmanship suggests mass production, as is common with Monet jewelry, known for its quality costume pieces. Monet jewelry typically dates from the mid-20th century onwards, with this style being particularly popular from the 1970s to 1990s.