Vintage gold vermeil Ancient Greek meander necklace 925

excellent preloved condition (not gold plated rather it's quality gold over sterling silver which is why it's stamped 925)articulated or hinged greek key link necklace with the meander design MEANDER or MEANDROS The Meander motif took its name from Meander, a river with many twists, mentioned by Homer in Iliad. The motif is also known as Greek key or Greek fret. Meander was the most important symbol in Ancient Greece, symbolising infinity or the eternal flow of life often, temples/objects were decorated with this & is thought there is a connection with the Cretan labyrinth as a labyrinth can be drawn using this Greek key. Meander also denotes strong friendship, love, and devotion. it’s often given as marriage gift. please see pictures for details and measurements and condition, it's hard to measure with the shaped links but I included photos with ruler. also of widths at thinnest and widest thanks for checking out my closet bundle for savings on shipping and multiple items discounted automatically at 3 items other items shown are display only questions. Please ask as sales are final