Category
Jewelry and Gemstones
Size and dimensions of this item
about 35" long and 1/4 " diameter
Long Description
Necklace made with jade and bronze(?) beads and intricate carved (presumed) ivory figurines. Â Total length is about 34-35 inchesand jade beads are about 1/4" diameter each. Â The clasp isa bar-in-circle design. I beleive the metal beads and clasp may post-date the rest of the piece.
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I first thought these were bone except perhaps the carving of the woman that is carved on both sides. Â On closer look at the reverse of the ones unfinished on the back the pattern appears more indicative of ivory.Â
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I bought these at an estate auction of a wealthy Chinese family in CA. Â I paid under $100, I think under $50 for the neclace.
For Sale?
No