Florenza Renaissance Revival Pendant On Goldtone Double Chain Necklace

Sometimes I find a great piece and do not realize what I have found.  This necklace features a double goldtone chain (both done in different link styles), a large intricately carved green stone in the middle (made to resemble jade), with a dangling natural tear drop stone, and double chains dangling from the sides of the pendant.

I am continuing to learn about costume jewelry, and this gorgeous design was made in the 1950s by Florenza.  Florenza was a trademark used by manufacturer Dan Kasoff Inc., of New York City.  The company was founded in 1937 and produced jewelry from 1950 through 1981.  Florenza jewelry featured Renaissance Revival (like this necklace/pendant) and Victorian designs, often finished in antique gold with unique pastel stones using very high quality materials.

Feel free to contact me if you are interested in purchasing this piece.  Questions, comments, and additional information are always appreciated.  My online shop on http://www.rubylane.com/ is coming soon.

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