Freshwater Rice Pearl and Onyx Jewelry Set

This jewelry set consists of a continuous strand necklace and a matching bracelet, featuring a combination of small freshwater 'rice' pearls and dark round accent beads, likely black onyx or obsidian. The pearls exhibit a classic cream to light pink ivory hue with a soft, iridescent luster and characteristic surface irregularities inherent to natural freshwater cultivation. The 'rice' shape indicates an elongated, slightly asymmetrical form, approximately 4-6mm in length each. These are interspersed with small, polished black spherical beads arranged in pairs or trios at semi-regular intervals around both strands, providing a sharp visual contrast. The construction involves a thin, likely nylon or silk thread, finished with simple metal spring-ring clasps that appear to be gold-toned, though the specific karat or metal purity is not identifiable from the image. The necklace is of opera or rope length, while the bracelet is a standard wrist size. Condition-wise, the pieces appear well-maintained with no visible string fraying or significant loss of nacre on the pearls. The design style is typical of late 20th-century boutique jewelry, specifically the 1980s or 1990s, where multi-gemstone natural strands were highly popular. There are no visible maker's marks or hallmarks on the small clasps, suggesting a generic high-quality commercial origin or artisan assembly.