Vintage Chinese Export Purple Porcelain Bead Necklace Shou Longevity Knotted 24"

Description

View Vintage Chinese Export Purple Porcelain Bead Necklace Shou Longevity Knotted 24" with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. The beaded necklace fastens securely with a traditional, highly decorative oval gilt filigree box clasp. Vintage Chinese Export Purple Porcelain Shou Bead Knotted Necklace 14mm Beads This is a beautiful vintage Chinese Export beaded necklace, likely dating from the 1960s - 1980s. This stunning statement piece features large 14mm purple glazed porcelain / ceramic beads, each detailed with a painted gold color or transfer printed Chinese Shou (寿) character , which traditionally symbolizes longevity, good health, and long life. The necklace is beautifully constructed with traditional hand knotted reddish cord separating each individual bead - a classic safety feature of export jewelry of this era.  The beaded necklace fastens securely with a traditional, highly decorative oval gilt filigree box clasp. Size:  Necklace length is approx. 24". Condition:  Pre-owned, very good  vintage condition. No visible chips, cracks, or deep scratches on the porcelain beads. Please view all photos for details. Condition: Pre-owned - Good. Category: Jewelry & Watches › Vintage & Antique Jewelry › Necklaces & Pendants. Brand: Unbranded.

Closure

Box

Occasion

Anniversary, Birthday, Christmas, Mother's Day

Color

Purple

Material

Porcelain

Main Stone Color

Purple

Year Manufactured

1970-1979

Materials sourced from

China

Jewelry Department

Fashion

Necklace Length

24 in

Main Stone

No Stone

Vintage

Yes

Brand

Unbranded

Type

Necklace

Department

Women

Main Stone Shape

Round

Style

Beaded

Original/Reproduction

Original

Theme

Fashion & Costumes, Retro, Signs & Symbols

Country of Origin

China

Chain Type

Ball/Bead