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The Piece

Age Circa: Art Deco C. 1920-1940

Markings: Unmarked, Tested, Guaranteed

Country of Origin: Unknown

Brand: Unknown

Gram Weight: 31.1 Grams

Metal Type: .925 Sterling Silver

Material: --

Main Stone: Bakelite Conch Shell

Main Stone Measurements/Color: The beads are graduated, and range from 8 mm to 17.9 mm in diameter, and are striated with pink and cream Conch shell coloring

Accent Stone: --

Accent Stone Measurements/Color: --

Stone Treatment: Bakelite is man made

Stone Cuts: --

Item Measurements: The necklace measures 15" in wearable length.

Closure/Clasp Type: Fish Hook

Link Type: Sterling Silver Wire

Pendant Type: --

Notable Features: This classic necklace was made by hand during the Art Deco Period. The beads are Bakelite, and are a beautiful striated pink and cream to mimic the coloring of Conch Shells. There are thirty-four graduated beads on the single strand, all of which were hand-strung on Sterling Silver wire. The fish hook clasp is Sterling Silver with a beautiful star and heart design, adding an attention to detail that exhibits the craftsmanship of this classically elegant necklace.

Damage: Age appropriate wear.

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The History

This beautiful piece comes from the Art Deco Era! The Art Deco Era is famous for being the "Gatsby" or "Roaring Twenties" Era. A lot of gorgeous and timeless designs in jewelry came out of this period.

During the Art Deco Period jewelers often made jewelry upon custom order, this would often take weeks to months to completely craft by hand.

Bakelite is the first plastic made from synthetic components, and was developed by chemist Leo Baekeland in 1907. It was used to make a diverse range of products in a variety of jewel quality colors, and the retro appeal has made Bakelite jewelry quite valuable as a collectible item.

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