Natural Material Necklace Appraisal

Bone or Shell Beaded Necklace

This item is a bone or shell beaded necklace. It is constructed from numerous small, flattened, disc-shaped beads, closely strung together to form a flexible chain. The beads are primarily off-white or cream in color with some hints of yellow and occasional darker flecks or imperfections, suggesting they are made from natural material such as bone or shell, likely Puka shells. The beads are fairly uniform in size and shape throughout the length of the visible necklace. The construction appears to be a simple stringing method. One end of the visible necklace terminates in what appears to be a small, possibly metallic bead or segment, which could be part of the clasp mechanism, though the clasp itself is not clearly visible. The overall condition appears consistent with use, potentially exhibiting some minor wear and a natural patina on the organic beads. There are no discernible maker's marks, signatures, or stamps visible in the image. The style and materials suggest it could be a vintage piece, possibly dating from the mid to late 20th century, characteristic of surfer or beach-inspired jewelry from that era. The craftsmanship appears functional, focusing on the simple assembly of the natural components.