Vega Maddux Pendant Necklace Amethyst Carved Mutton Fat Nephrite Jade
Vega Maddux Pendant Necklace Amethyst Carved Mutton Fat Nephrite Jade
Rare and remarkable sterling necklace by Vega Maddux from 60's - 70's.
The necklace comprises carved mutton fat nephrite jade
and dark amethyst gemstones.
The necklace is approx. 27 inches around neck.
Huge 6 X 4 1/2 inches 3-dImensional pendant
is made of sterling silver with hand wrought
Art Nouveau motif leaves and petals
and bezel set dark amethyst gemstones.
The 4 1/2 X 3 1/2 inches central piece also boasts
a hand carved fruit motif mutton fat nephrite jade plaque in the middle.
The 3 dangles are approx. 2" long.
The pendant suspended from the necklace
assembled with oval dark amethyst beads 12 X 8 mm,
faceted round amethyst beads from 8 mm to 7 mm,
and 6 pearls 5 mm each.
The necklace does not have a clasp.
The back of the central piece is signed by
famous Vega Maddux's hand inscribed signature Vega.
There are no purity hallmarks, tested sterling silver.
Total weight is 146 grams.
Excellent vintage condition
with beautiful patina on sterling.
Vega Maddux was a Californian jewelry designer known
for creating costume jewelry with a whimsical style.
They are known for using bright colors, featuring birds,
butterflies, and flowers in their designs.
Materials
Materials
Amethyst, Mutton fat jade, Sterling
Dimensions
Dimensions
Necklace 27 inches, pendant 6 X 4 1/2 inches