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Beautiful Vintage Cherry Red Bakelite Barrel Bead Strand – Simichrome TestedA wonderful vintage strand of rich cherry-red translucent Bakelite barrel-shaped beads with a beautiful, remarkably consistent color throughout.The beads have been individually knotted in the traditional manner. The original/older stringing shows significant age and wear, and the strand is not being sold as a ready-to-wear necklace. It should be professionally restrung before wearing.This listing is for the vintage Cherry Bakelite beads only. The original strand is broken and is not being sold as a wearable necklace. Beads retain portions of the old knotted string and are being offered as found for restringing, repair, collecting, or jewelry making.”Details* Material: Bakelite
* Color: Cherry Red / Deep Translucent Red
* Shape: Barrel Beads
* Total Weight: Approx. 50.9 grams, including existing string/clasp components
* Testing: Positive Simichrome polish test
* Construction: Individually knotted between beads
* Bead Size: Please see caliper photographs for exact measurements
* Color: Very even and consistent throughout the strand
* Condition: Vintage, as found
* String: Old and worn; needs restringing
* Clasp: Shows age/wear; please see photographs
* Signed: No maker’s signature observed
* Sold As: Vintage Bakelite bead strand for restringing, restoration, collecting, or jewelry designThe beautiful translucent cherry coloration, substantial 50.9-gram weight, barrel shape, and old individually knotted construction make this an especially attractive strand for a Bakelite collector or vintage jewelry enthusiast.Please note: Age has not been independently authenticated. Any dating should be considered an estimate based on the construction and vintage characteristics. The Simichrome test is documented in the photographs. Please use the detailed photographs as an important part of the description.Thank you for looking.