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# Rare Vintage 1989 Signed CJC (Carolyn Pollack / Carlisle Jewelry Co.) Solid Sterling Silver & Natural Malachite Double-Strand Statement Shield Necklace - Super Heavy 121 Grams!Up for purchase is a magnificent museum-quality piece of Southwestern wearable art: a vintage 1989 double-strand statement necklace designed by Carolyn Pollack under the highly collectible Carlisle Jewelry Company (CJC) hallmark. This massive, beautifully balanced necklace features a substantial geometric fan/shield-style sterling silver pendant centered with a gorgeous premium natural green malachite oval cabochon displaying striking, highly defined banding patterns. The pendant suspends from a heavy double-strand row of alternating genuine malachite round beads and solid sterling silver desert pearl beads, terminating in a signature ornate CJC heart-shaped toggle clasp.### COLLECTOR HALLMARKS & SPECIFICATIONS:
* **Brand / Maker:** Carlisle Jewelry Company (CJC) / Carolyn Pollack [Pre-Relios Era]
* **Date Mark:** Stamped "© 89" (Crafted in 1989)
* **Metal Composition:** Solid .925 Sterling Silver (Stamped "STERLING" & "925")
* **Gemstone:** Premium Grade Natural Banded Green Malachite
* **Clasp:** Unique Ornate Dual-Heart Toggle Clasp (Stamped CJC 925)
* **Total Weight:** A massive 121.0 Grams! (Almost 4 Troy Ounces of luxury weight)### CONDITION:
Excellent vintage pre-owned condition! The natural malachite cabochon is perfectly smooth, gloss-polished, and flush in its bezel with zero cracks, chips, or loose movement. The double-stranded stringing is strong, tight, and secure. The sterling silver exhibits a wonderful warm vintage patina that beautifully accentuates the Southwestern stampings on the reverse. Can be shined to a high polish if desired, but left original for collectors.### DIMENSIONS:
* **Total Weight:** 121 Grams (Shown on digital scale)
* *Please review all high-resolution photos for exact scale and measurements against the display.***Shipping & Handling:** Due to the rarity and high weight of this collector's piece, it
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