Lot 283 , A Chinese coral bead necklace, late 19th / early 20th century, total drop 32.5cm

A Chinese coral bead necklace, late 19th / early 20th century, each graduated bead carved in relief to four sides with shou medallions, the beads approximately 11mm to 13mm, total drop 32.5cm
Estimate £200-300

Gross weight is 115 grams
Beads are natural and untreated coral and for this reason has some natural faults and fissures to them, otherwise in reasonable condition.


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Sold for £5,000