Vintage Carved Mother-of-Pearl Floral Pendant on Wheat Chain

This item is a statement necklace featuring a prominent decorative pendant suspended from a substantial wheat-style (also known as spiga) metal chain. The metal appears to be a silver-toned base metal or sterling silver with a noticeable aged patina and surface oxidation, particularly within the recessed areas of the ornate metalwork. The pendant features a central floral element meticulously carved from mother-of-pearl (Nacre), characterized by its distinctive iridescence and milky white tone. This carved blossom is set within an elaborate, circular openwork frame that utilizes scrollwork and beaded textural accents. The bail connecting the pendant to the chain is wide and features a repeating geometric embossed pattern. The chain is equipped with a lobster claw or spring ring clasp and includes a short extender chain finished with a small spherical metal bead for adjustable length. From a condition standpoint, the piece shows moderate signs of wear consistent with age, including light surface scratches and tarnish on the metal. The carving on the mother-of-pearl remains largely intact with no visible major chips. Style-wise, the piece appears to be a late 20th-century costume or artisan jewelry piece, possibly from the 1980s or 1990s, mimicking Balinese or southwestern silver-crafting techniques.