Antique Chinese Carved Bone Lavaliere Vinaigrette Necklace Pendant Bracelet

Description

Antique Art Deco lavaliere style necklace featuring alternating coral and carved bone beads and pendant the screws open to reveal a hidden compartment. This secret compartment could also be used as a vinaigrette, a small filigree container used to hold a perfume-soaked sponge or piece of cotton. Vinaigrette jewelry was worn by ladies during the Victorian era to mask unpleasant odors in their environments. or snuff bottle. The corresponding bracelet sports similar carvings on the graduated round beads alternating with amber glass.

Condition

Good Overall - Gentle wear/discoloration; strings wearing out

Dimensions

Necklace - 32” x 0.75” / Bracelet - 8.5” x 0.75” (Length x Width)