Vintage Mid Century Lapis Lazuli Longevity Bead Necklace

A vintage lapis lazuli and gold bead necklace built around a single carved bead, the lapis a deep and even blue lit with flecks of golden pyrite. The significant 10 mm round beads are spaced throughout with fluted and polished 14 karat gold beads. At nearly ninety grams over twenty-five and a half inches, this necklace was crafted to be a focal point. The deeply carved sphere adorned with the Chinese long life symbol, "shou" This heirloom can be worn knotted as a choker, with the sphere at the bottom as a pendant or askew on the side.

Regular price$2,650.


Further Details

Condition: Very Good
Era: Mid Century
Year: 1970s
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold

Gemstone: Lapis Lazuli (47)
Cut: Bead and Carved
Size: 10mm-22.8mm
Color: Blue
Clarity: Opaque

Length: 25.5"
Width: Tapers from 22.87mm to 10.20mm
Pendant: 22.87mm
Weight: 89.64 Grams

Includes: Custom Belrose necklace box, & free expedited shipping.
Certified Appraisal on request.

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Photography © Belrose Estate Jewelers, Santa Barbara, CA

Item Id: T-26022Y

What's included?
  • Free Insured Shipping
  • Custom Jewelry Box

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