“MO Ster” makers mark- Navajo Pearls

[AlexisT]

Hi, I was lucky enough to pick up this beauty at an estate sale for $2.00. Looking for help identifying the artist. Any insight is appreciated!

[chicfarmer]

Hello and welcome. These aren’t Navajo pearls. The STER is simply where the word STERLING was punched out for the hole–but not proof that this is sterling silver; you would need to test to determine.

Beads like this are often Mexican. A picture showing the holes at the bead ends would be useful to see.

[AlexisT]

Hi! Thanks for responding.

it is also stamped 925 on the lobster clasp. Weighs 32 g.

[Jemez2]

I vote Mexican. These do not look like native handmade beads. Are there any visible seams on any of them?

[StevesTrail]

Reality check. “MO sterling” is an Asian manufacturer. Their sterling jewelry is on Alibaba. Nice beads no matter where they originated. And you can’t beat an ounce of sterling for 2 bucks.