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Authentic early 20th-century Bakelite / Catalin beads.Warm, deep amber and red-brown color with subtle variations typical for vintage phenolic resin jewelry.
Beautiful graduated oval bead shapes.Original old stringing style β some signs of age visible, adding to the vintage charm.The conical holes of the beads indicate the originality of the antique necklace.Lighter beads have original patterns when illuminated with a flashlight. Darker beads have no pattern.One bead has partial damage to the outer coating layer.
Tested with baking soda. Results in detailed photos.π A stunning collectorβs piece for vintage Bakelite jewelry lovers, Art Deco collectors, or retro costume jewelry fans. Perfect to wear or add to a collection.
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π Approx. Measurements:Full length (laid out flat): about 48 cm (19 inches).Bead dimensions: approximately 15 mm wide by 20 mm long. Center bead: 18 mm wide by 27 mm long.
Weight 88.65 g.
