20th-Century Graduated Red Coral Necklace with 925 Silver Clasp
20th-Century Graduated Red Coral Necklace with 925 Silver Clasp
Graduated red coral necklace with sterling-silver clasp
A single strand of graduated coral beads creates a pronounced focal point, progressing from smaller end beads to larger central beads. Warm red and orange-red tones, lighter areas and subtle variations in bead shape give this necklace its individual character. Knotted reddish thread separates the beads, and a 925 sterling-silver clasp completes the strand.
The owner confirms the 20th-century date and 925 silver clasp. The existing record describes the coral as natural, undyed and hand-carved. Its graduated design makes an attractive addition to a collection of period coral jewellery.
Details
- Period: 20th century
- Material: red coral, recorded as natural and undyed
- Clasp: 925 sterling silver, confirmed by the owner
- Design: single graduated strand on knotted thread
- Recorded bead dimensions: 4 × 4 mm to 12 × 12 mm
- Colour: red to orange-red, with lighter areas
- Weight: 35.9 g
Condition: the photographs show variations in bead shape, small pits, surface marks and lighter patches. Please examine all close-up photographs for the visible condition of the beads, thread and clasp.
