Superb Nadine Leo Sterling & Mississippi Pearl Pendant Necklace Circa 1980-90s

Measurements: Pendant: 1.1"L x 1.25"W x .3"Thick (2.79cm x 3.18cm x .94cm)       Chain: 16"L (40.64cm)

Markings: Pendant: nadine   Chain: FED Sterling

Weight: 10.3g

Beautiful and ornate sterling and pearl pendant and chain. The pendant features an intricately detailed raised flower pattern adorned with 3 pieces of Mississippi River natural pearls. The chain features an ornate filigree swirl or paisley pattern in a link style chain. Both are in excellent condition with no damage of any kind and little to no wear.

Mannequin is a life-size torso representation

Nadine Ifrah Leo and her daughter Maya Ella Nelson own the Mississippi River Pearl Jewelry, Co, est. 1982. They work side by side specializing in creating jewelry with natural pearls from the Mississippi River. For 25 years, Nadine traveled the American Rivers acquiring natural pearls from clammers, especially the upper Mississippi River.
Nadine owns one of the largest collections of American Natural Pearls today. She has supplied many of the finest jewelers around the world including Tiffany & Co, Harry Winston, Mikimoto, etc. She sold a 24mm Mississippi River Pearl to Queen Elizabeth's jeweler that was subsequently used in Princess Diana's Ring.
Both Nadine and Maya enjoy creating one of a kind jewelry together and spending special time on each design. Each pearl is unique and requires a great deal of creativity to design the perfect piece of jewelry to properly compliment the pearl.