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This carved rose quartz necklace is from Republic Period China, circa the 1920s to 1940s. It features graduated carved rose quartz beads, each hand-knotted between on white silk or cotton thread. The beads are carved in a lotus petal or melon pattern, a classic motif in Chinese export jewelry of this era. The necklace clasps in the front into a stunning rose quartz and gilt silver filigree pendant that serves double duty as the clasp. The centerpiece features a carved rose quartz cabochon depicting a lotus flower or peony, set within an ornate twisted wire and floral filigree surround. The back of the clasp is stamped with the Chinese characters 足银 (zú yín), meaning "pure silver" or "fine silver." Details Era: Republic Period China, circa 1920s to 1940s Length: 17 inches wearable length Pendant Size: 1.2 x 1.5 inches Bead Size: 13mm to 15mm graduated Material: Rose Quartz, Silver (purity unknown), Gold Wash, White cotton or silk thread Weight: 104.6 grams Mark: 足银 — means "pure silver" or "fine silver" in Chinese Closure: Working box clasp that fits securely into the pendant •Very good vintage/antique condition •Some wear to the gilt wash on the filigree pendant •Scuffs, scratches and natural patina on the back of the pendant •Thread is secure between each bead with some areas of slack •Threads are discolored with age in some areas but still mostly white •No apparent chips or cracks on any of the quartz beads or pendant stone