Nautilus Abalone Shell Turquoise & Beads Wire Wrapped Artisan Choker Necklace

Artisan statement choker necklace w/silver tone wire wrapped shells stones chunks of turquoise & beads Features a gorgeous lacquered nautilus shell as well as iridescent abalone shell pieces, turquoise chunks, smooth stones or glass beads, & dark metal beads that look like black pearls Unsigned & undated but likely contemporary late 1990s to early 2000s Image searches suggest it may be from contemporary jewelry artist Anothai Hansen (Thailand/New York) whose creations feature natural elements like shells & stones woven together into wearable art & noted Hansen’s creations are often not signed or tagged Cannot confirm either way Nautilus shell measures 3” x 2 1/2” with companion shells stones & beads wired in a nearly perfect circle from smaller to smallest Beaded wire loop on one end & 2 beaded wires on the other end are the clasp Slip one or both into loop & twist to close Inner circumference of 17” Inner diameter of 5” Weighs 5.4 ounces Excellent one owner preowned condition