Vintage Bishana Oval Sunburst Sterling Silver Pendant

A blended, crossover style which was popular during the mid-century export era, where jewelry techniques were blended with international regional trends. This pendant is an example of Japanese silversmiths' crafting Southwestern concho stampwork, using a combination of stamping and oxidation within the grooves. Gemstone: The hallmark bamboo symbol, often called "Sasa," meaning "bamboo grass" in Japanese, is a common marker for silver produced in Japan in the late 19th and early 20th centuries for the Western export market. This particular mark is attributed to Bishana, an antique Japanese manufacturer. Approximately 3" including the bale and weighs 21g.