Rare H.C. Ostrem OXO of Norway Sterling Silver Abstract Pendant w/ Vintage Finnish Silver Chain Circa 1920/1930's

Measurements: Pendant: 2.4"L x 1.1"W x .5"Thick (6.10cm x 2.79cm x 1.27cm)

Chain: 18"L (45.72cm)

Markings: Pendant: OXO 830S Circle with dot inside mark

Chain: 835 - JS - 830 - EK - Finland Crown Mark - M8 Date Mark for 1989

Weight: 13.6g

What a fabulous and rare pendant by Norwegian designer Ostrem. Pendant features a 3-D raised heavy open rectangular link design in an asymmetrical pattern. I have paired it with a vintage silver box chain from Finland. Both have been professionally polished and clean and look fantastic!

Hans Christian Ostrem was born in 1842 in Drammen, Norway. He established his workshop and wholesale business with the maker's mark OXO in 1875. This was the 1st Norwegian wholesale business in the country's jewelry industry. He started out as a the sole agent in Norway, but eventually dealt only as a supplier to jewelry stores. The company was for many decades the leading wholesaler in the jewelry industry in Norway. He son took over the shop upon his death in 1912. He continued the shop until 1952. - Bio courtesy of the book "Northern Lights - The Beauty of the Forgotten Scandinavian Enamel Jewelry Artists" by Lois Olson and Dwight Olson