Graduated Green Beaded Necklace

This is a single-strand beaded necklace composed of uniformly spherical beads exhibiting a vibrant, translucent green color. The beads appear to be highly polished, presenting a smooth and reflective surface. A notable feature of this necklace is its graduated design; the beads are visibly smaller towards the clasp mechanism and progressively increase in size towards the center of the necklace. While the exact material cannot be definitively determined from the image, the color and luster suggest possibilities such as glass, chalcedony (like green onyx or chrysoprase), or possibly even a well-imitated plastic or resin. The stringing method appears to be a simple continuous strand, likely knotted between beads, though this is not clearly visible. The clasp, visible at one end, is a small, brass-toned or gold-toned spring ring clasp, which shows some minor signs of wear or patina consistent with age and use. There are no clear maker's marks or signatures discernible from the provided images. The overall condition appears good, with no obvious chips, cracks, or significant abrasions on the beads themselves, although closer inspection would be required to confirm this. Based on the style and clasp type, this necklace could date from the mid-20th century, possibly the 1950s to 1970s. The craftsmanship appears to be standard for this type of costume jewelry or semi-precious beaded necklace, with well-formed beads and a functional clasp.

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