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Italian Sterling Silver Herringbone Necklace (925 Fine)

Flat sterling silver herringbone necklace with 'MADE IN ITALY' and '925' hallmarks on the teardrop end caps. - view 1
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Estimated value

$35 - $85

Rarity

Common(2/10)

Category

Jewelry

Era

Circa 1985-1995

Origin

🇮🇹 Italy

Authenticity

Very High(90%)
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ITALIAN STERLING SILVER HERRINGBONE NECKLACE (925 FINE): IDENTIFICATION

A flat, liquid-style sterling silver herringbone chain consisting of small, slanted rectangular links tightly woven to create a smooth, reflective surface. The terminals are teardrop-shaped folded metal caps. One cap is stamped 'MADE IN ITALY' in block letters; the opposing cap features an oval assay mark containing a registration number and city abbreviation. The piece utilizes a standard lobster claw clasp secured by a jump ring.

Compare with other jewelry in the archive: Late Victorian Peridot and Diamond Necklace and Brooch Suite c.1890, Mid-Century 14K White Gold Modernist Star Ring, Edwardian Peridot & Diamond Garland Brooch/Pendant c.1905.

SCARCITY

Common20-40%
CommonLegendary

Older mass-produced items still widely available. Easy to find on eBay, antique malls, and estate sales in large quantities.

Rarity 2/10. Curiosa currently catalogues 30 jewelry items at rarity 2 or higher.

Typical Characteristics

  • Mass produced historically
  • High survival rate
  • Readily available everywhere

Confidence Factors

  • Clear '925' and 'Italy' stamps consistent with standard trade markings
  • Construction and clasp style perfectly match known Italian exports from the late 20th century
How does authenticity detection work?

GEMOLOGIST'S ASSESSMENT

Jewelry Historian & Gemologist-Informed Appraiser

Jewelry Specialist

High confidence due to clear, sharp images of standard industry hallmarks and a well-documented jewelry style.

KEY EVIDENCE

  • 1Presence of '925' purity mark indicating sterling silver.
  • 2Block letter 'MADE IN ITALY' stamp on the interior of the end cap.
  • 3Specific teardrop-shaped fold-over terminals typical of machine-woven chains.
  • 4High level of flex and tight link density indicative of quality Italian manufacturing.

WHAT WOULD IMPROVE CERTAINTY

  • →Check for a star symbol and a 2-letter code (e.g., * 1 AR) near the 'M' to identify the specific factory city.
  • →Gently wipe with a silver polishing cloth to remove surface oils and check for hidden kinks.

CONDITION & GRADE

Excellent - minor wear, fully functional clasp

Grading breakdown

The high polish remains intact with no visible oxidation. Clasp tension is firm and the weave transition to the teardrop caps is secure.

Condition

Minor surface scratches visible on the clasp and terminals. No apparent kinks or sharp bends in the chain body, which is critical for this specific weave.

Weight & feel

Estimated weight 15-25 grams; feels cool to the touch and substantial for its 4-5mm width.

GEMSTONE & METAL VALUE

$35 - $85

Updated: May 18, 2026

Who buys this

Vintage jewelry enthusiasts looking for 'Made in Italy' quality and minimalist 1990s aesthetic collectors.

What increases value

  • •Absence of kinks or bends in the delicate weave
  • •Clear, legible Italian hallmarks
  • •Width of the chain (wider chains command higher prices per gram)

What lowers value

  • •Extreme fragility; any fold or pinch in the metal significantly reduces value
  • •Heavy tarnishing in the crevices of the links

What makes top-tier examples

  • •Exceptional flex without gaps between links
  • •Heavy gram weight relative to width

Grade & condition

Surface integrity, clasp function, and the absence of any structural kinks in the woven body.

Rarity & demand

CommonModerate demandSells quickly
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YOUR INPUT VS. SCAN

How your provided context compares with Curiosa.com scanner findings.

What Aligned

  • User stated 'Made in Italy' - confirmed by visible 'MADE IN ITALY' stamp on the terminal cap.
  • User noted 'Word starting with M' - correlates with the Italian provincial abbreviation 'MI' for Milano found in official oval assay marks.

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