09-02-2015 10:28 PM
Hi All,
do you think this necklace could be old mediterranean coral, the beads are very heavy and cold, the necklace weighs 127 grams. The stringing and fastening is new but the bead caps are old worn silver.
I'm supposed to see a gemologist to get it valued but it costs heaps, so I thought I'd ask for your feedback first.
thanks Marie
09-02-2015 10:29 PM
09-02-2015 10:30 PM
09-03-2015 01:44 AM
Hi Marie,
I'm not a coral expert just love the stuff but what I am seeing here these look dyed There is a distinct loss of color on some beads. I always think of Med. coral as high quality and these beads remind me more of what one sees in the import shops that supply beads and so forth in large quantities, and usually not the highest quality.
09-03-2015 09:53 AM
09-03-2015 12:25 PM
09-03-2015 05:35 PM
thank you for your replies and saving me an expensive experience. Once again I'm very grateful for your knowledge and I reckon you all do a fabulous job. cheers Marie