Antique gold balls necklace with large clasp in 18 karat yellow gold (750). The necklace is composed of a long fine-mesh chain on which 72 hollow gold beads of the same diameter have been strung. The 8-facet barrel clasp features three flowers on each facet. Antique regional “graines d’or” necklace, early 20th century, Antilles, France.
Eagle head and master hallmarks.
Length: 49 cm
Diameter of pearls: 6 mm
Condition: small dents and scratches from use, clasp resistance
Weight: 21.77 gr
Further information : these necklaces are similar to the Marseille necklaces of the same period.
*The antique box is not sold with the jewel*