Vtg Chinese Export Gilt Silver Filigree Knotted Green Aventurine Jade Necklace For Sale

Vintage Chinese Export Gilt Silver Filigree Hand-Knotted Graduated Green Aventurine Jade Bead NecklaceProduct OverviewUp for your consideration is a beautiful vintage mid-century Chinese export graduated bead necklace.This classic strand features organically stunning, translucent pale mint/pistachio green aventurine quartz beads (traditionally marketed as \"New Jade\" or green quartz). The natural hardstone beads showcase a lovely vitreous luster and characteristic subtle internal speckling/micaceous inclusions that catch the light beautifully. The beads are gracefully graduated in size, cascading down from delicate accent beads near the closure to a substantial, prominent focal bead at the center center drape.Artisan Craftsmanship & ClaspReflecting true mid-century export quality, the entire strand is meticulously hand-knotted on contrasting navy blue silk cord, providing both security and a gorgeous visual pop between each bead. The necklace fastens with a magnificent, traditional oval gilt silver wire filigree box clasp accented by a stylized openwork rosette pattern. The reverse of the clasp is clearly stamped with the official \"SILVER\" purity mark.Item Details & ConditionEra / Origin: Circa 1950s - 1960s / Chinese Export Era.Materials: Natural aventurine quartz hardstone, gold-washed silver (vermeil) clasp, silk thread.Markings: Crisply stamped \"SILVER\" on the back plate of the clasp.Cosmetic Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The stone beads are glossy and completely free of deep structural cracks, chips, or rough fractures. The silk knotting remains strong, taut, clean, and completely secure. The gilt silver box clasp functions flawlessly, clicking together tightly with excellent spring tension.