Sterling Silver and Marquise Cubic Zirconia Flower Pendant

This is a sterling silver pendant designed in a floral motif, featuring numerous clear, faceted stones, likely cubic zirconia given the context of '925 sterling' and common jewelry practices. The central design element is a flower composed of twelve marquise-cut stones arranged radially, with a rounded cluster of smaller, brilliant-cut stones forming the center. Each marquise stone is prong-set, with small, rounded prongs securely holding them in place. The metal appears to be brightly polished sterling silver, as indicated by the '925 sterling' mark, reflecting light clearly and showing no significant tarnish or discoloration. A bail, likely also sterling silver, is attached to the top of the flower for suspension on a chain, part of which is visible and appears to be a delicate cable or rolo chain. The overall construction suggests a contemporary piece, likely from the late 20th or early 21st century. The 'wm' signature, visible upon closer inspection (though not clearly depicted in the provided image), indicates the manufacturer or designer. The craftsmanship appears to be good, with stones uniformly set and the metalwork free from obvious defects or damage. Minor surface wear consistent with gentle use may be present but is not clearly discernible from the image. The sparkle of the stones suggests they are clean and well-maintained. This pendant is designed to be worn as a decorative jewelry item, offering a bright and elegant aesthetic.