Lot 46:
An Assortment of Vintage Pearl and Branch Coral Costume Necklaces
Description
A collection of vintage costume jewelry strands primarily featuring organic materials including branch coral, shell, and cultured pearls. The group contains multiple graduated and uniform pearl strands in shades of cream, champagne, and gray. One cream-colored strand features a circular metal-framed pendant with a hand-painted porcelain or enamel scene depicting a bird and floral motifs. Another pearl necklace is finished with a large, round, green carved foliate cabochon clasp. A prominent multi-strand necklace of bright orange-red branch coral is included, alongside a strand of white shell heishi beads. A multi-strand necklace composed of pink and peach-colored coral or shell fragments is also present. Further items include a triple-strand black and white bead necklace, a long white seed bead eyeglass chain with three gold-toned openwork metal stations and rubber connectors, and a necklace featuring small baroque pearls and gold-toned spacer beads. Closures throughout the collection vary and include fishhook filigree clasps, barrel clasps, spring rings, and adjustable metal extender chains. Markings are visible on several clasps and metal components; however, no characters are legible as a specific maker’s name.
Condition report:
The jewelry appears to be in good vintage condition based on visual inspection. Some strands show minor tangling and overlapping (photo 1). The hand-painted pendant and carved green cabochon show no visible chips or cracks. The stringing appears intact on all visible strands with no loose or missing beads noted. Metal components show minor surface wear consistent with age.
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