Description
Antique, Victorian Coral beaded necklace, with a row of hand cut rondelle beads, measuring around 4 -5 mm, hand strung onto a gold metal bolt ring clasp fitting.
Horse hair was used for restringing antique necklaces, this coral necklace has the original horse hair !
The coral is a lovely deep salmon orange/red colour, you can see the natural grain in the close up images
Romans adorned their Children in Coral to protect them from harm. Historically Coral has been a popular choice for Christening presents (early 17th century portraits of children are shown wearing a simple row of coral beads). Coral remained popular throughout the Victorian, Edwardian period.
Please see image of Queen Victoria as a young girl wearing a similar coral beaded necklace.
Measurements
Length: 16″ / 41 cm
Weight: 12.5 grams
Condition: Good
Date: Victorian (1901 to 1920)
Please note that images have been enlarged to show detail. All measurements are listed in the description. All items are Antique, Vintage and/or Pre-owned and will naturally have signs of wear & tear commensurate with age. Antique boxes are for display purposes only unless otherwise stated the item will be sent in a Leatherette & Velvet box.
