This bag is in worse condition, looks like the silk ribbon has mostly rotted away. 5mm clear English cut Czech glass, with irridescence, and very tiny faceted steel beads in the fringe (rusty!)
Any info on value? Whether I should just go ahead and take it apart for the beads?
Thanks for any insights, info, etc.
7mm faceted clear glass beads with brass caps, 28". I added the clasp.
This one is "scratchy", can't imagine wearing it! So it will go to the repurpose pile unless there are other possibilities...??
I have beads like these , which came from a part of an old french chandelier ( lustre , in french ) , sold by antique dealer as an 18 th century one .
hello , to keep it like it is could help for datation of the beads - which are , I think , of very beautiful color . this object could have an historical interest and then act on its value
Good to know they may be of historical significance.
(sigh) Unfortunately, when I die, they'll just be sent to the nearest thrift shop.
I'll look for a loving home for them...