Gold-Plated Sterling Silver Snake Chain Necklace

This item is an 18-inch necklace, constructed from .925 sterling silver, as indicated by the 'silver 925' marking, and is likely of Italian origin given the 'Italy' notation. The necklace features a finely textured, snake-like chain design, where individual links are very small and tightly interlocked to create a smooth, flexible, and continuous surface. The metal exhibits a warm, golden hue, suggesting it has either been gold-plated or is a vermeil piece, as sterling silver typically appears white. The finish appears to be consistent throughout, with no visible flaking or significant wear to the coloring, indicating good plating quality or original color. The craftsmanship appears to be of good quality, the chain lies flat and has a fluid drape, which is characteristic of well-made snake chains. The visible clasp mechanism at one end appears to be a spring ring clasp, which is common for necklaces of this type and length. There are no obvious signs of significant damage, kinks, or breaks in the chain. The overall condition appears excellent, with a clean surface and no apparent tarnishing or major scratching that would detract from its aesthetic. The precise age of the necklace is not discernible from the image alone, but the style is contemporary and versatile.