Egyptian Fertility vintage medallion breastplate fish coin crescents necklace

Egyptian Fertility vintage medallion breastplate fish coin crescents necklace Massive breastplate heavy necklace has the look of an ancient Ottoman artifact. The motifs are plated in a greek gold type finish. Unusually large, complex, dramatic pectoral ornament of gilded metal comprises 1 large fish ornament with 3 more fish suspended, then more smaller fish with leaf shaped filigree pendants & gilded coins. The coins variously stamped with writing. 1 missing small coin noted below the large fish , but this piece is so intricate and massive that it is not visible. There are labradorite looking stones in some of the eyes of the fish. Coins & fish are typically signs of plenty & prosperity. Fish pendants were particularly favored in Egypt's Abu el Numrus region & most probably were made by local Egyptian Jewish jewellers. The chain @34" without a clasp & designed to go over the head. Wear it as a statement piece or on the wall for a great piece of art.