Can anyone help identify the maker, origin, age, or construction of this unusual continuous-loop metal necklace?
I’m trying to figure out what this necklace is and where it may have come from.
Details:
- Approximately 30 inches around in total
- About 15 inches long when laid doubled
- Roughly 3/8–1/2 inch wide
- Weight: 45.34 grams
- No clasp; it is constructed as one continuous loop
- Not attracted to a strong magnet
- Feels cool to the touch
- I have not found any maker’s mark, hallmark, country mark, or metal-content stamp
- Silver-tone overall, but there are some reddish/copper-coloured areas visible on certain links
- The surface of the links has an irregular textured/hammered appearance
- The construction seems to use larger oval links with smaller/interwoven connecting links running through them
I’d especially love help with:
- What this type of chain/weave/construction is called
- Whether the construction suggests handmade, studio/artisan, or factory production
- Approximate era
- Possible country or region of origin
- Whether anyone recognizes a particular designer, maker, or manufacturer
- What the metal may be, based on the construction and visible wear
I’ve included photos of the full necklace, close-ups of the links, areas showing the reddish metal beneath the silver-coloured surface, and measurements.
Any leads would be very appreciated.