Vintage Smokey Quartz Silver Bead Necklace 16" Graduated Faceted 41.6g Statement Gemstone 1940s-70s
$59.50 USD
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$59.50 USD
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Stunning vintage graduated smokey quartz bead necklace featuring beautifully faceted natural quartz in gorgeous golden-brown to smokey tones. This substantial piece showcases quality craftsmanship with hand-selected graduated beads that create an elegant draping effect. Accented with decorative silver beads featuring ornate Bali-style detailing and finished with a sterling silver toggle clasp with rope border design.
The silver components tested positive for sterling but are unmarked, which is consistent with vintage artisan pieces, international silver work, or pieces where marks have worn over time. The graduated design, faceted cuts, and construction style place this necklace in the vintage category from approximately the 1940s-1970s, when graduated gemstone bead necklaces were highly fashionable.
Details:
Length: 16"
Total weight: 41.6g (substantial weight!)
Materials: Natural smokey quartz (graduated facets), silver (acid tested, unmarked)
Focal bead: Large faceted smokey quartz drop (approximately 20-22mm)
Design: Graduated style - larger beads at center tapering to smaller
Clasp: Sterling silver decorative toggle with rope border detail
Accent beads: Ornate Bali-style silver beads with detailed pattern work
Construction: Hand-knotted or wire-wrapped between beads
Color: Beautiful golden-brown to smokey transparency with natural variations
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with minor wear consistent with age; all beads intact; clasp functions perfectly; natural stone inclusions add character
Era: Circa 1940s-1970s (graduated bead necklace era)
The natural transparency and color variation in the smokey quartz creates stunning light play, while the substantial weight and graduated design make this a true statement piece. Perfect for vintage jewelry collectors, gemstone enthusiasts, or anyone seeking a versatile piece that transitions from casual to elegant wear.
Vintage Smokey Quartz Silver Bead Necklace 16" Graduated Faceted 41.6g Statement Gemstone 1940s-70s
$59.50 USD
Sale price
$59.50 USD
Regular price
$0.00 USD
The silver components tested positive for sterling but are unmarked, which is consistent with vintage artisan pieces, international silver work, or pieces where marks have worn over time. The graduated design, faceted cuts, and construction style place this necklace in the vintage category from approximately the 1940s-1970s, when graduated gemstone bead necklaces were highly fashionable.
Details:
Length: 16"
Total weight: 41.6g (substantial weight!)
Materials: Natural smokey quartz (graduated facets), silver (acid tested, unmarked)
Focal bead: Large faceted smokey quartz drop (approximately 20-22mm)
Design: Graduated style - larger beads at center tapering to smaller
Clasp: Sterling silver decorative toggle with rope border detail
Accent beads: Ornate Bali-style silver beads with detailed pattern work
Construction: Hand-knotted or wire-wrapped between beads
Color: Beautiful golden-brown to smokey transparency with natural variations
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with minor wear consistent with age; all beads intact; clasp functions perfectly; natural stone inclusions add character
Era: Circa 1940s-1970s (graduated bead necklace era)
The natural transparency and color variation in the smokey quartz creates stunning light play, while the substantial weight and graduated design make this a true statement piece. Perfect for vintage jewelry collectors, gemstone enthusiasts, or anyone seeking a versatile piece that transitions from casual to elegant wear.