Green Stone (Possibly Nephrite Jade) Necklace

By AutumnRose, 12 September, 2008
Description

I'm not sure how old this Necklace is (May be from the 1920's)...My Ex-husband gave it to me as a gift about 30 years ago. The necklace is marked Sterling and has 3 green stones (Possibly Nephrite Jade) in it...It also has a  few marcasites in the necklace.  

I happened to notice that Barbara Hershey wears one very simliar with matching earrings in the movie "THE NATURAL" I would be very interested to find out if it is old and what it might be worth...I wear it quite often and have had people ask me where I got it. 

 Thank you for any help you can give me! 

Autumnrose

Category
Jewelry and Gemstones
Medium
The necklace is marked Sterling and has 3 green stones(Possibly Nephrite Jade) in it... Also has a few marcasites in the necklace.
Distinguishing marks
Just marked "Sterling" on the back of the Necklace and also on the Clasp.
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
About 17.5" long...2 smaller green stones (1/2") and one larger green stone (3/4")
Date Period
May be from the 1920's
Weight
0.3oz
History
I really don't know anything about this Necklace.
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
It was a gift from my Ex-husband, so I don't really know what he paid for it.
For Sale?
No
Photos

Sue2

16 years 8 months ago

It could be nephrite jade...you can't tell by looking at a photo.

You need to find a gem appraiser who has knowlege about jade. 

Good Luck!

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Hey Sue,

Thank you for the help...That's what I thought it was too, but wasn't sure.   My Ex-husband gave it to me about 28-30 years ago and he was told, at that time, it could be about 60 to 70 years old.  All I know is that I like it!  Smile  Anyway, thanks again!

AutumnRose  

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