Makintosh Style Beads Appraisal

Vintage Clear and Green Faceted Glass Bead Necklace and Bracelet Set

This is a captivating necklace and bracelet set, likely from the mid to late 20th century, possibly dating to the 1960s-1980s. The set consists of faceted glass beads, predominantly clear and olive-green, strung together to create a delicate and sparkling effect. The clear beads are larger and cut into a multi-faceted, somewhat floral or star-like shape, reminiscent of briolette or crystal flower designs, offering a brilliant shimmer. These are interspersed by smaller, uniformly faceted olive-green beads, which provide strong contrast and visual interest. The necklace appears to be approximately 16-20 inches in length, while the bracelet is a standard wrist size, around 7-8 inches. Both pieces feature simple, silver-toned metal clasps – a spring ring clasp for the necklace and a similar, though less visible, closure on the bracelet. The stringing material appears to be a durable thread or fine wire. While no specific maker’s marks are visible in the provided images, the uniformity of the bead cuts and the overall design suggest a commercially produced item, possibly from a well-known costume jewelry manufacturer specializing in crystal or glass beads. The condition appears to be relatively good with no immediately obvious chips or significant damage to the beads. There might be minor wear consistent with age, such as slight scratching on some facets or slight tarnishing on the metal clasps, though these details are not clearly discernible. The craftsmanship is decent, with consistent spacing and secure stringing, indicating a mass-produced item of reasonable quality.