Antique c1920s Carved Nephrite Jade Necklace Gilt Silver 45cm Art Deco

A beautiful and highly distinctive antique necklace, believed to date from circa 1920s, featuring pale green nephrite jade beads with three exceptionally large hand-carved focal beads. The necklace is composed of polished round jade beads leading to an impressive arrangement of three substantial carved jade beads. Each of the large beads displays intricate relief carving, giving the necklace a wonderfully sculptural and luxurious appearance. The pale celadon-green jade exhibits attractive natural variations in colour, tone and translucency. These individual characteristics enhance the beauty of the stones and make every bead unique. The necklace is further embellished with finely textured gilt-silver spacers and decorative beads, together with an ornate toggle clasp. The combination of pale green jade and warm gold-toned silver creates a particularly elegant and striking contrast. Details: • Period: Believed to date from circa 1920s • Style: Antique / Art Deco period • Material: Nephrite jade and gilt silver • Design: Single-strand beaded necklace • Focal stones: Three large hand-carved jade beads • Additional stones: Polished round jade beads • Length: Approximately 45 cm • Fastening: Decorative gilt-silver toggle clasp • Condition: Good antique condition, with age-related wear and some natural variation and inclusions within the jade The large carved beads are particularly impressive and give the necklace a bold yet refined appearance. Considerable craftsmanship would have been required to carve beads of this size and detail. Please note that the dating is an informed assessment based on the necklace’s design, materials and construction. The jade is described as nephrite based on its appearance; no independent gemmological laboratory certificate is supplied. Please study all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description and clearly show the necklace’s design, craftsmanship and condition. A remarkable and highly decorative antique jade necklace that would make an excellent statement piece or a special addition to a collection of antique Asian or Art Deco jewellery.