{"title":"Vintage \u0026 Antique Bead Necklaces","description":"\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(3, 95, 99);\"\u003eVINTAGE \u0026amp; ANTIQUE BEAD NECKLACES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eOne of the oldest forms of ornament found in cultures all over the globe, the bead necklace could do with a revival! We feel they really add a touch of individualism and panache. In this collection you'll find a selection of those we have in the shop.... \u003c\/h4\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"1920s-art-deco-carved-amber-necklace","title":"Antique 1920's Art Deco Carved Amber Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eA distinctive vintage Art Deco hand carved Baltic Amber necklace with gorgeous glowing fiery oranges and honey tones. 24 inches in length, and newly hand-knotted, this wonderful necklace has been constructed to display all the warmth of colour found in antique natural Baltic Amber. Lovely condition too! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you'd like to pay for this piece in instalments, our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fetheray.mom\/pages\/layaway-plans\"\u003eLayaway Terms can be read here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fetheray","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":5422806339,"sku":"#0115","price":1295.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4559\/files\/0115-antique-1920s-art-deco-carved-amber-necklace-05.jpg?v=1718116016"},{"product_id":"antique-georgian-natural-coral-bead-necklace","title":"Antique Georgian Natural Deep Orange Coral Bead Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eA flattering strand of antique hand carved Georgian period natural Mediterranean Coral beads. A very lovely 19 inches in length and finished with a new 18ct yellow gold safety clasp, all has been restrung and is knotted each bead. A classic expression of beauty; t\u003cspan\u003ehe gorgeous bloom of warm colour adds a glow to the complexion, t\u003c\/span\u003ehese beads would most likely have been bought in Italy on the Grand Tour and proudly worn as a touch of undeniably ancient style as beads such as these were worn by the Etruscans, Romans and can be found in tombs all around the Mediterranean. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach bead measures half a centimetre in diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you'd like to pay for this piece in instalments, our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fetheray.mom\/pages\/layaway-plans\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.fetheray.mom\/pages\/layaway-plans\"\u003eLayaway Terms can be read here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fetheray","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":13331339608115,"sku":"#0271","price":695.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4559\/products\/0271-antique-red-coral-bead-necklace-3.jpg?v=1539948515"},{"product_id":"antique-victorian-etruscan-revival-style-coral-necklace","title":"Antique Victorian Etruscan Revival Style Sciacca Coral Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eA heavenly historical creation influenced by the \u003cspan\u003eEtruscan Revivalist style. Dating to the mid Victorian era, beautiful quality hand shaped peach coloured Sciacca Coral beads which are smoothly graduated to the back of the neck and ornamented by \u003c\/span\u003ethree exquisite hand made 15ct yellow gold decorative elements featuring exquisite floral wire work and granulation detailing inspired by the finds made in the \u003cspan\u003eancient \u003c\/span\u003etombs of Etruria. Such a striking look which will always draw admiring glances and express your individuality perfectly. The finished length is 16 inches and the necklace closes with a 9ct gold bolt ring clasp.  It is now illegal to collect reef Coral in the wild, but the Precious Coral used in jewellery making is deep sea, and is legal. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fetheray.mom\/blogs\/news\/precious-coral-1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cd6421;\"\u003eRead our blog article about Corals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fetheray Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31826326159411,"sku":"#04572","price":695.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4559\/products\/04572-antique-victorian-etruscan-revival-style-sciacca-coral-necklace_4.jpg?v=1621547899"},{"product_id":"fabulous-darkly-glinting-victorian-french-jet-bead-necklace","title":"Fabulous Darkly Glinting Victorian French Jet Bead Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eDating to the latter 19th century, a gorgeous quality Victorian 'French' Jet beaded necklace. Crisply faceted in the style of the early hand cut Whitby Jet beads, the restrained sparkle would have been worn during the period of mourning as was the custom during the Victorian era. This lovely example is finely graduated in an elegant fashion and we have had it hand knotted at each bead. The necklace hangs at a continuous 28 inches and can slip over the head with ease.  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fetheray","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32531773620275,"sku":"#0393","price":125.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4559\/products\/0393-fabulous-darkly-glinting-victorian-french-jet-bead-necklace-1.jpg?v=1627396366"},{"product_id":"glowing-vintage-carnelian-bead-necklace","title":"Glowing Vintage Carnelian Bead Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eA gorgeous continuous strand of hand knotted vintage Carnelian beads, a warm rusty hue with captivating translucency they catch the light beautifully. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEach bead measures \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e7mm round, the strand\u003c\/span\u003e 36 inches and so can be slipped over the head for an instant hit of vintage style. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fetheray","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32535552262195,"sku":"#0539","price":195.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4559\/products\/0539-glowing-vintage-carnelian-bead-necklace_2.jpg?v=1627396413"},{"product_id":"antique-cut-steel-bead-necklace","title":"Dark Sparkle Vintage Cut Steel Bead Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eCirca 1920's, a beaded necklace fashioned from various shapes of older early Victorian Cut Steel beads. Imagine this worn with a beaded flapper dress! Instant and uniquely dark glamour, this piece is quite distinctive and would likely have been made by a young lady desperate to achieve the latest fashion, and it is charming to know that these old beads continue to glimmer. Measures 20 inches and fastens with a slide clasp. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fetheray","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39502673543219,"sku":"#399999","price":295.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4559\/products\/399999-antique-cut-steel-bead-necklace-7.jpg?v=1630703665"},{"product_id":"fabulous-vintage-art-deco-flapper-style-beaded-sautoir","title":"Fabulous Vintage Art Deco Flapper Style Beaded Sautoir","description":"All original, and in great condition, this striking 1920's tasselled sautoir style necklace is hand crafted from teeny, tiny bright Cobalt blue and foiled Silver beads in a long thirty six inches (excluding the tassels) and worn scarf style rapped around the neck at whichever length suits. A really unusual piece, lovely as a gift to bring out the flapper in you!","brand":"Fetheray","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40815166062643,"sku":"#71842","price":195.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4559\/products\/71842-Vintage-Art-Deco-Flapper-Style-Beaded-Sautoir-07.jpg?v=1678641632"},{"product_id":"vintage-chinese-blue-white-porcelain-bead-necklace","title":"Vintage Chinese Blue \u0026 White Porcelain Bead Necklace","description":"A vintage strand of handmade Chinese Export Porcelain beads measuring 23 inches and closing with a Silver Gilt clasp marked 'CHINA'. Prettily shaped like tiny vases and spheres, they are hand painted with inky blue symbols and designs. Produced by artisans for the Export market, they date to the mid 20th century and have been rethreaded in our workshop. The beads measure 1cm diameter.","brand":"Fetheray","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40815199027251,"sku":"#71584","price":225.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4559\/products\/71584-VintageChinese-Blue-White-Porcelain-BeadNecklace-04.jpg?v=1661419806"},{"product_id":"copy-of-antique-italian-coral-necklace","title":"Beautiful Antique Graduated Italian Coral Necklace","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA harmonious strand of antique Victorian graduated hand carved natural Coral beads. Classic in style, this style of simple necklet was very popular in the 19th century and jewellery made from Coral sourced in the Mediterranean was often bought home as a memento of a visit to Italy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe charmingly peach hued \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ebouton shaped \u003c\/span\u003ebeauties have a tender blossom and gloss to their colour and flatter the skin so nicely, we believe them to be Sciacca Coral from Sicily, a variety of the\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCorallium Rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003especies. 18 inches finished length, they fasten with an older Georgian and slightly darker coloured hand carved 'pineapple' bead clasp. These have been restrung and each bead is knotted for safety. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fetheray.mom\/blogs\/news\/precious-coral-1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRead our BLOG article on Coral here. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fetheray","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44142269071657,"sku":"#72336\/H","price":595.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4559\/files\/72336-antique-graduated-italian-coral-necklace-03.jpg?v=1765454399"},{"product_id":"fabulous-vintage-venetian-sommerso-glass-beads","title":"Fabulous Vintage Venetian Sommerso Glass Beads","description":"\u003cp\u003eA gorgeous necklace of antique hand made Venetian Glass beads, highly fashionable to the Arty set in the 1920's and made using the wonderful and greatly skilled \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.glassofvenice.com\/blog\/murano-glass-making-techniques-sommerso\/#:~:text=One%20of%20the%20most%20common,of%20each%20other%20without%20mixing.\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.glassofvenice.com\/blog\/murano-glass-making-techniques-sommerso\/#:~:text=One%20of%20the%20most%20common,of%20each%20other%20without%20mixing.\"\u003eSommerso Glass technique\u003c\/a\u003e in a rainbow of pretty bubbly shades with tiny flecks of Copper to create the sparkle. Just the loveliest! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring at 16 inches, we have had these beads rethreaded and they sit just around the base of the neck and fasten with the original screw clasp.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fetheray","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44379787952425,"sku":"#72567","price":175.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4559\/products\/72567-vintage-venetian-sommerso-glass-beads-01.jpg?v=1680950235"},{"product_id":"vintage-brown-large-amber-bead-necklace","title":"Vintage Russet Faturan Amber Bead Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eA gorgeous russetty hued and elegantly graduated Edwardian necklace of Faturan 'Amber' beads. Enormously fashionable in their day and still holding that cachet today, long graduated bead necklaces such as these were created in Amber and all kinds of derivatives, being light and lovely to wear. You may not have heard of Faturan, the creation of this material has an interesting history which you can read further about \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Faturan\"\u003ehere. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe necklace measures 30 inches end to end and it fastens with its original screw clasp. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fetheray","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44579509731625,"sku":"#AP313","price":295.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4559\/products\/vintage-brown-amber-bead-necklace-02.jpg?v=1697294499"},{"product_id":"copy-of-antique-victorian-garnet-wild-pearl-bead-necklace","title":"Grand Antique Victorian Bohemian Garnet Bead Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn antique Victorian necklet of beautiful hand faceted Pyrope Garnet beads\u003cspan\u003e (famously mined at Meronitz in the North Western Czech Republic previously known as 'Bohemia)', each sweetly hand faceted, juicy as a pomegranate pip!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdorable! A deep blood red, the Garnets cast a sparkle from their shiny surfaces and set the scene of rich velvets and dark looks so beloved of the time. The beads themselves are a quirky bunch and each has its own shaping giving the most charming individuality to the whole (we can only imagine the hours it must have taken to work the whole piece). It is freshly rethreaded and the shortest row measures at 22 inches and the longest at 26 inches fastened. Lovely quality, the handmade clasp of is prettily shaped set with further Garnets each hand faceted in the 'rose' style. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn article in the \"Journal of the Society of the Arts\" August 25, 1892, states that at that time there were over 3000 cutters working in 500 shops in the Bohemian garnet industry. \u003c\/span\u003eRead further about the history and geology of \u003cspan style=\"color: #9f0a0a;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #9f0a0a;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mindat.org\/article.php\/4193\/Bohemian+garnets+-+the+gemstone%2C+the+history+and+the+geology\"\u003eBohemian Garnets here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fetheray","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45252513268009,"sku":"#HGarnet","price":895.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4559\/files\/hgarnet-antique-victorian-bohemian-garnet-bead-necklace-07.jpg?v=1705431819"},{"product_id":"double-row-antique-coral-necklace","title":"Vintage Double Row Branch Coral Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic vintage twisted double strand of peach toned Italian branch Coral (quite likely of Sciacca origin). Finishing at 15.5 inches and closing with a hand engraved hand made box clasp which is 9ct Gold plated. All newly re-threaded and ready to go!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fetheray","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45532803989801,"sku":"#72527","price":395.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4559\/files\/72527-antiquedoublerowcoralnecklace-01.jpg?v=1770494089"},{"product_id":"victorian-amethyst-seed-pearl-necklet","title":"Victorian Amethyst \u0026 Seed Pearl Necklet","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn especially ethereal antique Victorian necklet of miniature natural Seed Pearls (astonishingly these would have been drilled by hand) and oval shaped hand faceted and very sparklesome lilac Amethyst gems graduated in size elegantly to the back of the neck. In the flattering style which was beloved of the time we believe that pieces such as this would likely have been assembled on the Indian sub continent where these gems may have been mined and fished. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNewly rethreaded, it measures 15 inches and fastens with the lovely original 9ct Gold barrel clasp. Please note, commensurate with age there are some chibbles to the edges of the natural Amethysts. The Amethysts measure from 8mm to 13mm lengthways. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fetheray","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47094638346537,"sku":"#72806","price":750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4559\/files\/4A47591A-2FA9-4ACE-BEB7-52DA7D9AD6C9.jpg?v=1711274127"},{"product_id":"copy-of-classic-vintage-elegance-graduated-jade-bead-necklace","title":"Classic Vintage Elegance Double Row Jade Bead Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eA harmonious double strand of classic and nicely graduated vintage natural Jade beads. Circa 1940's, they are a soft pale green with beautifully mossy markings and were the absolute pinnacle of style in the early Art Deco era when Oriental art and traditions were so high regarded. Gently graduated with a lovely shine, they are cool to the touch and feel so wonderfully authentic. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have had this necklace re-knotted by our clever re-threader and the shortest row sits just around the base of the neck measuring 14.5 inches and fastens with a Silver fish hook style safety clasp set with faceted Marcasite stones. The beads measure 7mm to 12mm. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you'd like to pay for this piece in instalments, our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fetheray.mom\/pages\/layaway-plans\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.fetheray.mom\/pages\/layaway-plans\"\u003eLayaway Terms can be read here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fetheray","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47099182252329,"sku":"#72882","price":1695.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4559\/files\/318D629D-82DB-4CEF-8643-7F09C985EFC7.jpg?v=1705781204"},{"product_id":"antique-etruscan-revival-mediterranean-coral-necklace","title":"Antique Etruscan Revival Mediterranean Coral Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eA rustic antique Victorian Etruscan Revival necklace of Mediterranean Coral sections interspersed with Gold beads and holding a cute little talisman in the same style, but which had a previous life as it had been adapted to this decorative use (please see the damage and repair to the reverse). Circa 1870's and using the fashion for historic styled jewels as inspiration, jewellers across the globe created pieces in imitation of ancient finds which were being displayed in museums. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures 15 inches when fastened but we may be able to extend a little if required. It fastens with a 9ct Gold barrel clasp. Read about the jewels of the Etruscan Revival in our BLOG article \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fetheray.mom\/blogs\/news\/grand-tour?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=grand+tour\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003ehere. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fetheray","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47368618082601,"sku":"#HCORAL","price":895.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4559\/files\/hcoral-antique-etruscan-revival-mediterranean-coral-necklace-01.jpg?v=1703256712"},{"product_id":"vintage-chinese-cloisonne-bead-necklace","title":"Vintage Chinese Cloisonne Bead Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eA beautiful vintage Chinese \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metmuseum.org\/toah\/hd\/clos\/hd_clos.htm\"\u003eCloisonne\u003c\/a\u003e Enamel bead necklace, newly rethreaded with a contrasting red thread which really makes the colours pop! Skilfully hand crafted, each of the beads is carefully created by an artisan enameller with delightful variation in the design. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a 9ct yellow Gold clasp, it measures 19 inches when fastened. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Fetheray","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48541766746409,"sku":"#HBCL","price":295.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4559\/files\/hbcl-vintage-chinese-cloisonne-bead-necklace-07.jpg?v=1716036140"},{"product_id":"hand-carved-antique-victorian-coral-necklace","title":"Antique Victorian Pale Peach Coral Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe most special of finds and a wonderful piece for a collector, this antique double row Victorian period necklace of graduated hand carved peachy hued Sciacca Coral beads is a lovely find.  A semi fossilised Coral found off the coast of Sicily, Sciacca Coral has an interesting story;  read our BLOG about \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fetheray.mom\/blogs\/news\/sicilian-coral-story\"\u003eSciacca Coral here. \u003c\/a\u003e A necklace such as this would likely have been a souvenir from the Grand Tour when visiting Italy and fastens with its original hand made and engraved box clasp. See the portrait Monna Vanna by Rossetti for tips on how to wear!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have had this necklace rethreaded. The beads vary slightly, being hand carved but measure from 2.5mm to around 5.25mm width wise. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStones: \u003c\/strong\u003enatural Mediterranean Coral\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9ct Gold (tested but unmarked to the clasp)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e the longest row measures 18 inches, the shorter 17 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIn most case the boxes are for display only but a nice quality modern reproduction box will accompany this piece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fetheray","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48541801054505,"sku":"#72975","price":750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4559\/files\/936E3F20-D51D-4715-8E2D-053A9B81BE1C.jpg?v=1765118759"},{"product_id":"victorian-banded-agate-beads","title":"Antique Mid Victorian Banded Agate Beads","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA lovely piece for the collector, dating to circa 1850-60, a splendid hand crafted specimen Victorian Scottish 'Bulls Eye' Banded Agate bead necklace.\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/scottishgemstones.com\/fife\/\"\u003eQuite possibly from Fife\u003c\/a\u003e which was a source of Banded Agates, the earthy tones and natural beauty of the stone is highlighted by the simple circular shape and slight variation in size and roundness; entirely charming! In perfect condition, each of the 45 beads is unique and measures from 10.6mm to 13.7mm, and the necklace fastens with a Silver fish hook clasp. The necklace measures 24 inches and is newly re-knotted between each bead. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e'Scottish' Jewellery became very fashionable in the mid 19th century, popularised by the visits of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert to Scotland and after their purchase of the Balmoral Estate in 1852. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFrom the Victoria and Albert Museum; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e'In the early years of the 19th century, the poetry and novels of Sir Walter Scott put Scotland on the tourist map. Queen Victoria and Prince Albert were very fond of Scotland. Scottish pebble jewellery, already fashionable in the 18th century, became a popular souvenir. Birmingham jewellers responded to the demand, sometimes using stones from countries other than Scotland.'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=YDChCnhS5YM\"\u003eSee more about Scottish Agates here.\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Fetheray","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49081294029097,"sku":"#73307","price":895.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4559\/files\/73307-antique-mid-victorian-banded-agate-beads-08.jpg?v=1723723367"},{"product_id":"antique-hand-faceted-aquamarine-bead-necklace","title":"Antique Hand Faceted Aquamarine Bead Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dreamy vintage Edwardian era necklet of smokily sea green\/pale blue faceted Aquamarine beads. Quirkily shaped, the beads are each faceted by hand and we have had these re-strung with a darkened Silver bead which sits between each to accentuate the elegant drape of the graduation. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe necklace measures 21 inches when fastened with the filigree Silver fish hook safety clasp which is a replacement for the broken original. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Fetheray","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49084559556905,"sku":"#HB","price":395.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4559\/files\/hb-antique-hand-faceted-aquamarine-bead-necklace-01.jpg?v=1722957019"},{"product_id":"vintage-jade-bead-necklace-with-pretty-paste-clasp","title":"Vintage Art Deco Jade Bead Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eA wonderful vintage 'Moss in Snow' Jadeite necklace dating to the 1930's\/40's and of beautifully graduated round beads. The mottled coloring varies with each bead and is gently brighter or more faded. We have had these lovely beads newly rethreaded and they fasten with the original Art Deco Silver and sparkly Paste safety fish hook clasp. They measure 18 inches when fastened. The beads measure from 8mm to 4mm. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Fetheray","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49141411578153,"sku":"#AP13","price":495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4559\/files\/ap13-vintage-jade-bead-necklace-with-pretty-paste-clasp-01.jpg?v=1723893199"},{"product_id":"antique-1920s-art-deco-carved-amber-necklace-copy","title":"Antique 1920's Amber Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eA distinctive vintage Art Deco hand carved Baltic Amber necklace with gorgeous glowing fiery oranges and honey tones. 19 inches in length, and newly hand-knotted, this wonderful necklace has been constructed to display all the warmth of colour found in antique natural Baltic Amber. Lovely condition too! \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fetheray","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49236886552873,"sku":"#AP17","price":395.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4559\/files\/ap17-antique-1920s-amber-necklace-01.jpg?v=1726924010"},{"product_id":"antique-natural-pearl-sapphire-necklace","title":"Scarce Antique Natural Pearl \u0026 Sapphire Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn unusual find and likely custom made, we believe this antique natural Sapphire and Pearl beaded necklace dates to the early 20th century, but its appeal is timeless. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlternate baroque shaped wild Saltwater Oyster Pearls and natural hand drilled Sapphires are beautifully graduated to a lustrous and ethereal effect; the adorable miniature gems are most likely to have come from the Indian sub-continent, perhaps Sri Lanka (as was Ceylon) justly famed for both wild Pearls and Sapphires which could be found there. Sapphires and Rubies could once be found in gravelled riverbeds and wild Pearls in the seas bordering Mannar. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fetheray.mom\/blogs\/news\/seed-pearls?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=d59ebe27f\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eRead about these here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese resources were owned and managed by the British at the time and so this is how we imagine this little necklace found her way here. The whole really does have a charmingly natural and special feel! We have rethreaded this necklet by hand (which took some hours!) and so it is ready for a new beginning. It measures 21 inches when fastened with the original hand made 9ct Gold barrel clasp which is nicely easy to fasten. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fetheray","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54932630831479,"sku":"#AP\/HB","price":995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4559\/files\/antique-natural-pearl-and-sapphire-necklace-02.jpg?v=1748600870"},{"product_id":"vintage-necklace-of-moonstones","title":"Vintage Chain Necklace of Moonstones","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicately shimmering river of cabochon Moonstones mounted in Silver as a romantic necklace, the gems graduated in size and varying in shape between oval and round, with a gorgeous natural schiller which shows a mystical bluey\/mauve light as the gems turn. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe origin of the Moonstones is likely the Indian sub-continent. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 28 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMetal: \u003c\/strong\u003eSilver\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fetheray","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55695154348407,"sku":"#74004","price":495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4559\/files\/74004-vintage-chain-necklace-of-moonstones-08.jpg?v=1759817052"},{"product_id":"vintage-citrine-seed-pearl-bead-necklace","title":"Vintage Citrine \u0026 Seed Pearl Bead Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eGorgeously glowing with a warm sparkle from each of the surfaces; hand faceted with each a natural variation in shape which reflects the gentle golden shading in colour, these everso slightly graduated Citrine beads are alternated with miniature Freshwater Pearls. All freshly rethreaded and ready to wear. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Citrine and Freshwater Seed Pearls\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 inches closing with a classic bolt ring clasp\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fetheray","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55777814380919,"sku":"#AP66","price":395.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4559\/files\/ap66-vintage-citrine-and-seed-pearl-bead-necklace-01.jpg?v=1758191458"},{"product_id":"fine-hand-carved-antique-georgian-coral-necklace","title":"Fine Hand Carved Antique Georgian Coral Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe most special of finds and a wonderful piece for a collector, this antique Georgian period necklace of graduated hand carved red Mediterranean Coral (Corallum Rubrum) beads dates to around the 1820's or so. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeticulously fashioned with a miniature precision, each of the little beads is prettily shaped in sympathy with the branch shape of the natural Coral and turned to the terminals, cut so the alternate beads sit across from each other. Many hours of work would have gone into her creation! A necklace such as this would likely have been a souvenir from the Grand Tour when visiting Naples, the ancient centre of the Coral industry in Italy. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe strand measures 19 inches and fastens with a hand made Silver clasp. It is illegal to harvest Mediterranean Coral nowadays in order to protect the remaining Coral reefs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #f13c3c;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #f13c3c;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fetheray.mom\/blogs\/news\/precious-coral-1\"\u003eRead our BLOG article on Precious Corals. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fetheray","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55803590738295,"sku":"#74028","price":495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4559\/files\/74028-hand-carved-antique-georgian-coral-necklace-11.jpg?v=1758796704"},{"product_id":"fine-hand-carved-antique-georgian-coral-necklace-1","title":"Exquisitely Fine Hand Carved Antique Georgian Coral Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe most special of finds and a wonderful piece for a collector, this antique Georgian period necklace of graduated hand carved red Mediterranean Coral (Corallum Rubrum) beads dates to around the 1820's or so. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeticulously fashioned with a miniature precision, each of the little beads is prettily shaped in sympathy with the branch shape of the natural Coral and turned to the terminals, cut so the alternate beads sit across from each other. Many hours of work would have gone into her creation! A necklace such as this would likely have been a souvenir from the Grand Tour when visiting Naples, the ancient centre of the Coral industry in Italy. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rare triple strand measures 14 inches at shortest (sitting around the base of the neck), graduating to 16.5 inches and fastens with a hand made 'pineapple' silver clasp. It is illegal to harvest Mediterranean Coral nowadays in order to protect the remaining Coral reefs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #f13c3c;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #f13c3c;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fetheray.mom\/blogs\/news\/precious-coral-1\"\u003eRead our BLOG article on Precious Corals. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fetheray","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55881534275959,"sku":"#74083","price":795.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4559\/files\/8D82CA06-6197-473C-B871-4794F0723895.jpg?v=1765118654"},{"product_id":"vintage-chinese-export-rose-quartz-bead-necklace","title":"Vintage Chinese Export Rose Quartz Bead Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eDating to the 1920's\/30's\/40's this gentle rose hued necklace of graduated Rose Quartz beads has the most delicate aura. Associated with healing energies, and in Chinese culture represents love, peace and good fortune. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll is newly restrung on matching pale pink thread. It has a nice weight, feels cool to the touch and measures 20 inches, closing with a decorative Gilt Silver filigree clasp. Read our article on \u003cspan style=\"color: #fc2b2b;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fetheray.mom\/blogs\/news\/chinese-export-jewellery\" style=\"color: #fc2b2b;\"\u003eChinese Export Jewellery here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fetheray","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55912894267767,"sku":"#HBRose","price":395.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4559\/files\/hbrose-vintage-chinese-export-rose-quartz-bead-necklace-06.jpg?v=1760531845"},{"product_id":"georgian-whitby-jet-collarette-necklace","title":"Georgian Gothic! 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A fossilised wood of the Araucaria tree which was laid down in ancient Jurassic forests and collected from the beaches around Whitby in Yorkshire, England, being worked in workshops in the town. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCirca 1830's, and entirely hand crafted with a neat and skilled precision, this piece dates earlier than most of the pieces we have handled which were created during the 1870's\/80's at the height of the Whitby boom. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fetheray.mom\/blogs\/news\/whitby?_pos=12\u0026amp;_sid=e70cda289\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eRead our BLOG article on Whitby Jet here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e the shortest row measures 14 inches and each is tapered so as to fit at the curve of the neck beautifully (all has been rethreaded by our clever lady stringer). The clasp is of base metal set with two types of shell and is handmade too. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fetheray","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55912967274871,"sku":"#73661","price":795.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4559\/files\/73661-georgian-gothic-scarce-whitby-jet-choker-necklace-04.jpg?v=1760522151"},{"product_id":"antique-arts-crafts-emerald-wild-pearl-necklace","title":"Antique Arts \u0026 Crafts Emerald \u0026 Wild Pearl Necklace","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAn enchanting creation, one we can imagine worn by \u003cspan\u003eProserpine in the portrait by Rossetti... in the Arts \u0026amp; Crafts mood, \u003c\/span\u003ecapturing the wild beauty of natural gems encased in twisted gold wire cages set at intervals along the chain. The Emeralds have a gorgeous variation rich with their characteristic 'jardin' inclusions; the quirkily shaped wild Pearls would have been found in river mussels (a protected species nowadays) and have a baroque shape and gentle lustre. Just so touchingly beautiful and all original dating to around 1900. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Emeralds and Wild Freshwater Pearls\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMetal: \u003c\/strong\u003e9ct yellow Gold \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e the chain measures 17 inches and closes with a hand made barrel clasp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIn most case the boxes are for display only but a nice quality modern reproduction box will accompany this piece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fetheray","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56199478444407,"sku":"#74133","price":1395.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4559\/files\/0E9ACEBB-C6DA-407F-BB97-9257A6B82441.jpg?v=1765118392"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4559\/collections\/0135-antique-venetian-glass-beads-necklace-1.jpg?v=1675367162","url":"https:\/\/www.fetheray.mom\/collections\/bead-necklaces.oembed","provider":"Fetheray","version":"1.0","type":"link"}