Multi Colored Freshwater Potato Pearl Stretch Bracelet Appraisal

Multi-Colored Freshwater Potato Pearl Stretch Bracelet

This jewelry piece is a single-strand stretch bracelet composed of approximately 27 freshwater pearls in alternating sizes and colors. The larger pearls, measuring approximately 7-8mm, exhibit a 'potato' shape (slightly off-round/oval) and feature a dark peacock palette including iridescent shades of charcoal grey, deep violet, and oil-slick greens. These are interspersed with smaller white pearls, approximately 3-4mm, characterized by a more button-like or flattened shape. All pearls display a characteristic high-luster nacre typical of modern freshwater culturing, with visible natural surface irregularities such as mild concentric rings and minor pitting. The construction utilizes a transparent elastic cord without a visible clasp, suggesting a contemporary mass-market or 'boutique' design rather than high-jewelry artisanal work. There are no visible maker's marks or hallmarks present. The condition appears to be excellent with no significant peeling of the nacre or fraying of the elastic strand, indicating mid-20th century to contemporary production. The color variation suggests either natural variation from different mussel species or, more likely, a professional dye or irradiation treatment to achieve the dark metallic peacock hues.