Vintage Gold-Tone Mesh Tubogas Choker Necklace

This item is a vintage-style collar or choker necklace featuring a flexible mesh construction, often referred to as Tubogas or 'gas-pipe' style due to its industrial-inspired flexibility. The necklace is crafted from a gold-tone metal, likely brass or a similar alloy with a gold-colored plating. Physically, it presents a rounded, tubular profile with a fine, woven mesh texture that provides a subtle shimmer. A central decorative element consists of a ribbed or gadrooned golden slider bead that likely houses the magnetic or box-clasp mechanism. Regarding condition, there is a visible deformation or 'kink' on the left side of the circular frame, suggesting the internal structural wire or mesh has been bent under pressure. Significant surface wear is noted, with some dulling of the gold finish and a light patina typical of mid-to-late 20th-century costume jewelry. The craftsmanship is indicative of mass-market fashion jewelry from the 1980s or 1990s, focusing on bold, architectural shapes and comfort through flexibility.