Japanese Lake Biwa pearl necklace. Natural lustrous pearls. 19 inches long. nlbd2183 Cloisionne - Enamel Sold loose

Sold loose

Each one is a small work of art

while imitations such as dyed marble

The inlaid pieces rest inside gilded brass settings

back shows some wear and age patina

Japanese Lake Biwa pearl necklace. Natural lustrous pearls. 19 inches long. nlbd2183 Cloisionne - Enamel Sold looseThis necklace features authentic Japanese Lake Biwa Pearls sourced from a collector's estate. The strand measures 19 inches in length, is hand knotted on silk, and is finished with a gold filled clasp. The pearls showcase a beautiful array of soft, natural colors and distinctive baroque shapes. Due to their unique forms, they vary in size, with most measuring between 8 and 11 mm in diameter. Necklace weight is 23. 4 grams. In the early 20th century,