Mid 20th Century Jewelry by Joseph Episoto of Stocko Company Statement Pendant Necklace.

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This striking Mid-century Modern (MCM) statement necklace, an exemplary piece designed by Joseph Esposito and featuring renowned German-engineered Stocko findings, … Read more This striking Mid-century Modern (MCM) statement necklace, an exemplary piece designed by Joseph Esposito and featuring renowned German-engineered Stocko findings, expertly embodies the sophistication and collectible appeal of 20th-century American designer jewelry. The necklace showcases a bold, meticulously sculpted wheat chain crafted in high-grade silver, transitioning seamlessly to a central masterpiece: a large, multifaceted black checkerboard-cut gemstone set within a detailed gallery of oxidized silver and polished gold-tone beadwork. Its integrated, heavy-duty mechanism—hallmarked with the prestigious 'STOCKO' name and often the 'ESPO' or 'ESPO SIG' stamps—is celebrated by collectors for both its smooth operation and its modular function, which historically allowed such dramatic pendants to be effortlessly interchanged with collar necklaces or multi-strand chains. With its symmetrical, architectural curves and luxurious two-tone finish, this refined piece provides a commanding and timeless elegance that effortlessly anchors any wardrobe with artisan confidence. See less