A beautiful vintage graduated necklace featuring smooth butterscotch-coloured oval phenolic beads with a soft satin finish. The warm honey and mustard tones give this piece a classic mid-century feel, while the graduated bead sizes create an elegant silhouette around the neckline.
The beads have been tested and produce the characteristic phenolic odour associated with early plastic jewellery, supporting a likely date of the 1940s–1950s. A wonderful example of classic butterscotch phenolic jewellery.
Perfect for:
• Vintage jewellery collectors • Mid-century and retro styling • Autumn and mustard-toned wardrobes • Layering with other vintage bead necklaces • Lovers of early plastics and phenolic jewellery
Details
• Materials: Phenolic resin (tested with heat = strong odour) • Size/Length/Weight: Approx. 17.5”, 52g • Clasp/Fastening: Spring ring clasp • Distinctive Features: Graduated smooth oval beads with satin finish • Colour/Style Notes: Warm butterscotch, honey and mustard tones • Era/Date: Likely mid-20th century (exact dating uncertain) • Brand/Designer: Unsigned • Condition: Very good vintage condition with light wear consistent with age and use.
Simichrome testing did not produce nicotine yellow but taupe - beige colouring.
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