Antique and Vintage Necklaces
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A pretty Retro 1940s Malachite Nugget Necklace. Polished malachite nuggets have been hand-strung and set to a decorative silver clasp. A timeless vintage necklace. Length: 44.5cm (17.5"), average width: 6mm, weight: 16.9g. Period: Retro Jewellery ( the 1940s ). Layaway plans available. -
A gorgeous burgundy-coloured Mid-Century Glass Nugget Necklace. Polished glass nuggets have been hand-strung and set to a brass barrel clasp. A beautifully made piece of vintage costume jewellery. Length: 51 (20"), average width: 10mm, weight: 68.4g. Period: Mid-Century Jewellery ( the 1950s ). Layaway plans available. -
A fabulous Vintage Tahitian Pearl Flapper Style Necklace. Off-round Tahitian pearls have been set at intervals on multiple strands, with small glass spacer beads in between. Some of these clear glass spacers are speckled black, which adds a beautiful depth of colour. These five strands are brought together with a knot near each and with each strand cumulating in a black briolette glass bead. An exceptional piece of vintage jewellery. Length: 130cm (51"), width: 20mm - 30mm, weight: 98.5g. Period: Vintage Jewellery ( the 1960s onwards ). Layaway plans available. -
An original 1960s Vintage Freshwater Pearl Necklace. A single strand of evenly matched freshwater pearls has been hand-strung on silk thread and set to a push-in box clasp. These off-round pearls have a beautiful lustre to them and are very flattering when worn. Length: 42cm ( 16.5" ), average pearl size: 9mm, weight: 14.7g. Period: Vintage Jewellery ( the 1960s onwards ). Layaway plans available. -
An elegant Vintage 1960s Baroque Pearl Necklace. A single strand of baroque freshwater pearls has been hand-strung and set to a push-in box clasp. These pearls are very evenly matched and they have a beautifully delicate lustre to them. Size: 42cm ( 16.5" ) x average pearl size 5mm, weight: 12.1g. Period: Vintage Jewellery ( the 1960s onwards ). Layaway plans available. -
A sparkling Mid-Century Venetian Aventurine Swirl Necklace. Hand-blown amber glass beads containing crushed Aventurine, together with small gold-tone glass spacers have been hand-strung and set to a brass barrel clasp. An eye-catching vintage costume necklace. Size: (L) 41cm x (W) 12mm, weight 43.9g. Period: Mid-Century Jewellery ( the 1950s ). Layaway plans available. -
A gorgeous Venetian art glass necklace. Handcrafted opaque glass beads, together with small gold-tone glass spacers have been hand strung and set to a brass barrel clasp. A one-of-a-kind vintage costume necklace. Size: (L) 54cm x (W) 13mm, weight 75.5g. Period: Retro Jewellery ( the 1940s ). Layaway plans available. -
A bright and cheerful Mid-Century Czech Yellow Crystal Necklace. Graduated Czech canary yellow faceted glass beads, together with small clear glass spacers have been hand-strung and securely set to a brass ring spring clasp. The higher lead content in this necklace ( which Cezch crystal is famous for ) allows it to sparkle beautifully in the light. A lovely vintage costume necklace. Size: 40cm (L), 15mm - 7mm (W), weight: 45.2g. Period: Mid-Century Jewellery ( the 1950s ). Layaway plans available. -
A classic Vintage 9ct Yellow Gold Heart Locket. A beautiful rich 9ct yellow gold heart-shaped locket, with a floral engraving on the front. This locket opens up to reveal two compartments in which to put photos/pictures. A very stylish piece of vintage jewellery. Size: 19mm X 16mm, weight: 3.6g. Period: Vintage Jewellery ( the 1960s onwards ). Layaway plans available. -
A bright and sparkling Venetian art glass bead necklace. Handcrafted green and black glass nuggets together with clear faceted spacers have been hand-strung and set to a brass barrel clasp. This exquisite necklace showcases the beauty of Venetian art glass in a timeless design. With its intricate beadwork and exquisite colour palette, this necklace is a true statement piece. Perfect for any special occasion or as a cherished gift, the Venetian Art Glass Bead Necklace is a must-have for any lover of Venetian art glass. A unique and beautifully made vintage costume necklace. Size: (L) 52cm x (W) 18mm - 7mm, weight 51.4g. Period: Retro Jewellery ( the 1940s ). Layaway plans available. -
An eye-catching Art Deco 1920s Blue Crystal Necklace. Graduated faceted blue glass beads have being strung on a fetter chain and set to a brass ring spring clasp. Czech crystal was famous for its higher lead content which allowed their faceted beads to catch the light beautifully. A very pretty vintage costume necklace. Size: 51cm x 14mm - 6mm, weight 44g. Period: Art Deco Jewellery ( 1920 – 1935 ). Layaway plans available. -
A beautiful Art Deco 1920s Red Glass Bead Necklace. Graduated oval-shaped opaque glass beads have been individually hand-knotted and securely set to a brass barrel clasp. These gorgeous beads still show faint mould lines and the tiny indentations of being moulded by hand. An original 1920s artisan vintage costume necklace. Size: 95cm x 12mm – 5mm, weight 60g. Period: Art Deco Jewellery ( 1920 – 1935 ). Layaway plans available. -
A beautiful mauve-coloured Vintage Three Strand Venetian Foil Necklace. Handcrafted glass beads containing silver foil, together with smaller baroque glass beads and clear glass spacers have been set to a push-in decorative box clasp. This impressive triple-strand foil necklace has been expertly strung and lies perfectly when worn. A gorgeous Venetian foil necklace that deserves to be treasured. Size: (L) 46cm x 12mm beads, weight 205g. Period: Vintage Jewellery ( the 1960s onwards ). Layaway plans available. -
A stunning cognac-coloured Retro 1940s Czech Glass Bead Necklace. Faceted frustum-shaped glass beads together with small clear glass spacers have been strung on a silver chain and set to a brass barrel clasp. The graduated frustum-shaped beads create a wonderful cascading effect towards the bottom of the necklace, where a single barrel-shaped faceted glass bead is positioned. A beautiful original vintage costume necklace. Size: 41cm (L), 12mm – 6mm (W), weight: 46g. Period: Retro Jewellery ( the 1940s ). Layaway plans available. -
A glittering Retro Amber Czech Glass Bead Necklace. Wheel-shaped glass beads, with faceted outer edges, have been set on a bar fetter chain. This unusual design of bead creates a beautiful contrast between the reflection from the smooth inner part of the wheel and the sparkle from the outer facets. A beautifully designed vintage costume necklace. Size : (L) 41cm x (W) 13mm – 5mm, weight 28.6g. Period: Retro Jewellery ( the 1940s ). Layaway plans available. -
A bright and cheerful Retro Venetian art glass bead necklace. Hand-crafted graduated opaque glass beads, with small gold-tone glass spacers, have been hand-strung and knotted to the original brass barrel clasp. A wonderful example of a Venetian art glass necklace. Size : (L) 47cm x (W) 12mm – 6mm, weight 36.9g. Period: Retro Jewellery ( the 1940s ). Layaway plans available. -
A luxurious Art Deco Jade Necklace. Cushion cut jade which has been hand carved with a lattice pattern, along with spherical jade beads have been hand knotted on a silk thread and securely set to a ring spring clasp. This highly polished nephrite jade has a delicate mottled pattern, which is very well-balanced and gives it a visual depth of colour. A classic piece of vintage jewellery. Size: 40cm x 14mm – 9mm, weight 55.6g. Period: Art Deco Jewellery ( 1920 – 1935 ). Layaway plans available. -
A very pretty Art Deco Venetian Aventurine Swirl Glass Necklace. These shimmering glass beads were made by a Venetian artist, who mixed crushed aventurine gemstone dust with molten glass. The necklace chain is made of fetter links with small faceted amber glass pieces intermittently spaced. Which gives further depth to this gorgeous necklace. A fine example of the very high standards to which Venetian artists work. Size: 45cm x 12mm, weight 26.2g. Period: Art Deco Jewellery ( 1920 – 1935 ). Layaway plans available. -
An original Art Deco 1930s Sea Sediment Jasper Necklace. Graduated polished sea sediment Jasper beads have been hand-knotted to form this exotic necklace. These sea sediment jasper beads have a crackle glaze pattern with hues of turquoise. An iconic Art Deco flapper necklace. Size: 90cm x 13mm – 7mm, weight 112g. Period: Art Deco Jewellery ( 1920 – 1935 ). Layaway plans available. -
A bright and glittering Vintage Baltic Nugget Amber Necklace. Gorgeous rich cognac coloured natural Baltic Amber nuggets have been hand-strung and knotted to an amber barrel clasp. This highly polished graduated necklace is very tactile and comfortable to wear. A must-have jewellery box essential. Size: 58cm x 20mm, weight: 41g. Period: Vintage Jewellery (the 1960s onwards ). Layaway plans available.
