Austro Hungarian Paste Stone Triple Strand Baroque Japanese Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearl Bracelet- Silver
This is a rare and unique antique Austro Hungarian triple strand bracelet made of baroque Japanese akoya saltwater cultured pearls and paste stones.
The pearls measure 7.00-8.50mm and are a baroque to semi-baroque shape. They have great luster with rosy pink overtones. Lots of natural blemishes, wrinkles and tails as is common with baroque pearls. They are an off white/cream color.
It is set in solid silver but not stamped, purity is less than sterling and is probably coin silver. The clasp is highly detailed and features round and pear paste stones (vintage glass). They measure 1.50mm and 3.50 x 6.00mm. There are (6) 4.25mm pearls and a single 7.75mm pearl set on top. There is a single 7.75mm pearl dangling off the bottom of the clasp. Total length is 7 1/4 inch. From 1900's-1940's.
All pearls are truly vintage and have only been lightly cleaned and restrung.