Beautiful vintage necklace featuring a smoky quartz pendant set in sterling silver, attributed to Albert MFG Co. (ALCO) and dating to approximately the 1950s. The design has a lovely Mid-Century Victorian Revival aesthetic, with detailed silverwork surrounding the smoky quartz center.
The necklace is marked “STERLING” on both the pendant and the clasp, as shown in the photos.
Details:
Maker/Manufacturer: Albert MFG Co. (ALCO)
Era: Circa 1950s
Style: Mid-Century Victorian Revival
Material: Sterling Silver
Stone: Smoky Quartz
Length: Approximately 8 1/2 inches
Marks: “STERLING” on pendant and clasp — see photos
Color: Silver tone with smoky brown quartz
The smoky quartz has a beautiful warm, translucent brown color that contrasts nicely with the intricate sterling silver setting. A wonderful piece for a vintage jewelry collection, Victorian Revival enthusiast, or collector of mid-century sterling silver jewelry.
Condition: Pre-owned vintage condition. Please examine all photos carefully, as they are considered part of the description. Any signs of age or wear should be expected with a vintage piece.
Please Note: The age and maker attribution are based on available markings and design characteristics and are provided to the best of our knowledge.
