Lot #7: Vintage Signed SAQ Concentric Oval Pendant Necklace

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 Pickup category timeslot {A}