Hand cut Mother of Pearl, set in a Sterling Silver pendant.
Sterling Silver chain with extension links, the length of the necklace can be between 16 1/2 - 18 1/2 inches.
Sits very close to the neck. The diameter of the pendant is 1 1/2 inch.

Design inspiration comes from the Crysanthemum flower, very popular in the East. Chrysanthemums were cultivated in China as a flowering herb as far back as the 15th century BC. An ancient Chinese city was named Ju-Xian, meaning "chrysanthemum city". The plant is particularly significant during the Double Ninth Festival. The flower was introduced into Japan probably in the 8th century AD, and the Emperor adopted the flower as his official seal. There is a "Festival of Happiness" in Japan that celebrates the flower.