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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;komokwa, post: 4278647, member: 301&quot;]I am curious why the 1stdibs one is so expensive........<img src="styles/default/xenforo/smilies/eek.png" class="mceSmilie" alt=":eek:" unselectable="on" /></p><p><br /></p><p>it&#039;s not........but someone.....who searched for hours and hours, and could not find another one like it on the whole internet, wants to separate you from your hard earned money,,,,...!<img src="styles/default/xenforo/clear.png" class="mceSmilieSprite mceSmilie94" alt=":vomit:" unselectable="on" unselectable="on" /></p><p><br /></p><p>Or...it could be the description.....that details it&#039;a awesomeness in an effort to imply that&nbsp; &nbsp; , the buyer will most certainly end up with a family heirloom the will be cherished for generations....<img src="styles/default/xenforo/clear.png" class="mceSmilieSprite mceSmilie102" alt=":yuck:" unselectable="on" unselectable="on" /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>&quot;This is a sensuous and fine 18 ½ inch necklace of hand-carved amethyst and rose quartz from the Art Deco era. Crafted entirely by hand in China during the 1920s or 1930s, each approximately 11mm bead was painstakingly hand-carved in a geometric design. The alternating beads of natural rose quartz and amethyst come together in a clasp of carved amethyst depicting peaches, which are associated with longevity and even immortality, in Chinese symbolism. The carving is secured by four double-prongs atop a silver frame. &quot;Sterling&quot; is marked on the tongue of the clasp but there is no maker&#039;s mark, which is common in antique Chinese jewelry. This carving measures 38.16mm x 24.24mm The beads are in remarkably fine condition and present without cracks, defects or damage. Likewise, the oval carving of peaches is pristine. Both the amethyst beads and carving display a gorgeous vivid purple color with subtle flashes of red when the light strikes. The pink quartz beads are light natural pink color. Chinese Art Deco carved quartz jewelry —when it&#039;s done well— is exquisite but it is also frequently heartbreaking because inevitably, there is a chipped bead or two. But not here. This necklace is in excellent condition and has been freshly restrung on thick and sturdy black silk and knotted between each bead.&quot;</p><p>This is a colorful and unique necklace for someone who appreciates the fact that a lifetime of lapidary artistry and skill along with untold hours were required to create this Art Deco jewel.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Try pricing yours to sell at $3000......&amp; who knows?<img src="styles/default/xenforo/smilies/wink.png" class="mceSmilie" alt=";)" unselectable="on" />....maybe u get lucky..[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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