SAQ Silver Tone Necklace with Mother of Pearl Pendant

Vintage Signed SAQ Concentric Oval Pendant Necklace Rare UV-Reactive Mid-Century Modern Statement Piece Up for auction is a gorgeous, authentic vintage silver-tone pendant necklace by the highly collectible fashion jewelry designer SAQ. Known as a premium mid-to-late 20th-century contract manufacturer, SAQ produced high-quality archival lines, including exclusive runs for Avon. This striking modernist piece seamlessly blends bold geometric architecture with a luminous, light-catching centerpiece. It features a fascinating UV-reactive formulation that adds incredible unique value for vintage costume jewelry collectors! Product Details & Specifications • Brand/Designer: Authentic SAQ (Fully signed with the official "SAQ" maker's mark crisply stamped on the original metal designer hangtag near the clasp). • Design Period: Mid-Century Modern / Retro 1970s–1980s. • Pendant Style: Multi-layered, nested concentric open ovals that create a beautiful sense of fluid, architectural motion and sculptural depth. • Centerpiece Cabochon: A stunning, luminous oval disc cut with precise, geometric checkerboard faceting that catches and shifts light beautifully from every angle. • Material & Appearance: Expertly crafted to perfectly mimic the milky luster and organic sheen of fine mother-of-pearl shell. • Blacklight Special Feature: Fluoresces a bright, chalky white color under UV / long-wave blacklight! This specific reaction is highly characteristic of premium mid-century vintage thermoset plastics (like Lucite or acrylic polymers) that contained UV-stabilizers to prevent yellowing over time, making it highly collectible. • Metal Finish: High-shine, polished silver-tone overlay with an excellent, substantial weight. • Chain Features: Sturdy, elegant classic link chain equipped with a secure lobster claw clasp and an integrated extension tail to adjust the drop length to your preferred neckline. • Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The silver-tone finish remains bright and mirror-like with minimal surface wear consistent with age. The faceted center stone is completely intact with zero chips, cracks, or discoloration. Photos Included in This Listing 1. Full-Length Overview: Showcasing how the large, bold pendant balances beautifully on the adjustable link chain. 2. Macro Center Detail: Highlights the crisp, geometric checkerboard facets and pearlescent luster of the center cabochon. 3. UV Light Reaction: Displaying the striking, vibrant white glow emitted by the centerpiece under a UV blacklight. 4. Authenticity Maker's Mark: A clear, close-up shot of the tail chain, showing the verified, authentic SAQ engraving on the flat oval hangtag next to the lobster claw clasp Nearest intersection Younge Street and Stelees Avenue