Vintage Butterscotch Bakelite Barrel Bead 32” Necklace 235.6 g 20X 25mm Tested

Description

View Vintage Butterscotch Bakelite Barrel Bead 32” Necklace 235.6 g 20X 25mm Tested with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. The necklace is beautifully displays classic butterscotch coloration with subtle internal striations and age-appropriate oxidation warmth. This is a large, heavy collector-grade strand. Most common Bakelite necklaces weigh significantly less; the scale and mass of this example place it in the premium category. Title: Vintage Butterscotch Bakelite Graduated Barrel Bead Necklace 235.6g 20x25mm Tested Description: Offered is a substantial and highly desirable vintage butterscotch Bakelite graduated barrel bead necklace weighing an impressive 235.6 grams. This strand features 33 barrel-form beads with the following measurements: • 26 beads approx. 20mm x 25mm • 4 beads approx. 17.4mm x 23mm • 3 beads approx. 16.5mm x 22mm The necklace is beautifully displays classic butterscotch coloration with subtle internal striations and age-appropriate oxidation warmth. Material has been confirmed as phenolic resin consistent with vintage Bakelite: • Positive Simichrome test (mustard yellow transfer) • Phenolic odor present when beads are rubbed • Proper density and weight Total Weight: 235.6 grams This is a large, heavy collector-grade strand. Most common Bakelite necklaces weigh significantly less; the scale and mass of this example place it in the premium category. The beads are restrung and the necklace currently has no clasp. Condition is very good with typical light surface wear consistent with age. No major cracks observed. Originally purchased from an antique shop in Athens, Greece. This is a serious vintage piece suitable for advanced collectors. ⸻ CONDITION Very good vintage condition. Light surface wear consistent with age. Restrung. No clasp. • Comes in nice protective box - I can not combine shipping on this item. PLEASE READ TOTAL DESCRIPTION-I’ve tried to describe all items to the best of my ability. Please use pics as part of description.. thank you ***Check out my other listings and see what you might be missing. Great items...... Please read the description carefully and look at all of the photographs closely. The lighting during the photo shoot may make the colors less or more vibrant than the lighting in your home. I only accept returns if the item is not as described. See pictures for complete description. Pictures may be enlarged for better visual detail Payment via EBay PayPal only (credit cards not accepted). I ship via USPS to the US /Territories. I ship internationally using EBay international shipping service. I am not responsible for shipping rates. GENERAL TERMS & CONDITIONS Do NOT Confirm your Bid unless you are willing to pay that much for the piece. We WILL hold you to your Bid. If an item is unpaid 4 days (96 hours) after an auction ends, eBay automatically cancels the sale. We reserve the right to re-list unpaid items. RETURN TERMS & CONDITIONS: All sales are limited to a 14-day return policy for all reasons. We do not accept for return or refund packages that are refused at Customs. To be eligible for return, all items must be returned in the same condition as sent to buyer. We do not accept items for return that have been altered or damaged in any way, whether by the buyer or by an agent of the buyer. This includes alteration or damage to any and all box(es), documentation, paper(s) and/or certificate(s) that accompany items. Items returned without all accompanying box(es), documentation, paper(s) and/or certificate(s) cannot be refunded until those items are also returned to us. Seller is not liable for any damage that may result from the use of any item purchased through our store. Items returned for reasons other than "Item not as described" will be subject to a 25% restocking fee. # Condition: Pre-owned - Good. Category: Jewelry & Watches › Vintage & Antique Jewelry › Necklaces & Pendants. Brand: Unbranded.

Occasion

Anniversary, Birthday, Christening, Christmas, Confirmation/Communion, Engagement, Graduation, Mother's Day, Valentine's Day, Wedding

Signed

No

Color

Yellow

Material

Bakelite

Materials sourced from

Unknown

Necklace Length

32"

Jewelry Department

Fashion

Main Stone

No Stone

Vintage

Yes

Brand

Unbranded

Department

Unisex Adults

Type

Necklace

Era

Mid Century

Style

Beaded

Original/Reproduction

Original

Theme

Beauty, Ethnic