Blue Chalcedony Sycee Necklace | |||||
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The Germans were quite expert at dyeing (or staining, if you prefer) chalcedony blue, and the precise geometric cutting seems very Idar-Oberstein as well.
Unlike the filigree silverwork on the Boshan-style necklace, the silverwork on the "Sycee" clasps seems to be more European in technique.
And why the English transliteration "Sycee" - silver items made by Chinese for Chinese clients would more likely feature Chinese characters, yes?
Hmmmm.....