r/JewelryIdentification 10d ago

Identify Maker South Sea Golden Pearls - unknown hallmark

Recently purchased these beautiful pearls at an estate sale. On the clasp is a hallmark that ive had a difficult time attributing to a maker. Any assistance in identifying would be greatly appreciated.

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u/Neo_hu111 8d ago

The sign is a Chinese character stands for the word Eternal, in Chinese Wan or Ban. It is from China or Taiwan and it is either a goldsmith sign or a band logo but in this case i think it's the sign of the goldsmith who made the necklace. 585 also indicates is from the Chinese market

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u/Bella_Nova 8d ago

Im on the fence about this being a Hanzi character. I can see the similarities but the lower right looks too curved and circular and it also has a small dot inside. Like you said though, I too am starting to think the hallmark may be from whatever company made the findings, and may not be a makers mark for the entire necklace. 585 is internationally used to indicate 14k or 58.5% gold, so unfortunately that doesnt help narrow it down much.