Vintage Natural Shell Bead Necklace & Earring Set — Spiral Snail, Helmet Shell & Mixed Shell Beads
A beloved everyday treasure. This necklace went everywhere — to work, to parties, to life. When it broke, its owner restrung it by hand, falling in love with it all over again. The bead order may differ slightly from the original, making this piece truly one of a kind twice over.
A spectacular 28-inch continuous slip-on necklace featuring an extraordinary mix of natural shell beads: whimsical spiral snail shells showing their inner whorls, polished round spheres in dusty mauve and chocolate brown, elongated drop beads, flat disc cuts, spotted olive-style ovals, and a dramatic large helmet or turban shell centerpiece in rich caramel and cream. Matching cluster drop earrings with silver-tone shepherd's hook findings complete the set.
Details:
- Length: 28 inches, continuous (no clasp, slips over head)
- Era: Vintage
- Materials: Mixed natural shell beads, silver-tone findings
- No maker's marks or stamps
Condition: Excellent — restrung by owner. Ready to wear.