Lot #1000: Vintage Genuine Malachite Bead Opera-Length Necklace – 1/20 14KGP Gold Clasp

Striking vintage statement necklace crafted from genuine, high-quality malachite gemstone beads. This elegant, long-strand piece showcases the iconic, rich green hues and dramatic, organic concentric banding that collectors highly prize in natural malachite. The polished, round beads are hand-strung on a coordinating green jewelry cord, culminating in a beautiful drape. It is securely fastened with a vintage safety clasp finished in 14K gold fill. ***Please note: This item is being sold with an issue to one bead near the clasp mechanism (see Condition Notes below). Condition: Fair to Good vintage condition. The main body of the necklace retains a high, glossy polish with vibrant banding patterns. The stringing remains intact. Condition Issue: There is one broken malachite bead located directly adjacent to the clasp mechanism. This piece is ideal for collectors who wish to restore it, use the raw malachite beads for a custom jewelry project, or wear it as-is with minor adjustment. The natural variation from bead to bead makes this necklace completely one-of-a-kind. The deep forest tones mixed with lighter mint-green striations offer a brilliant visual depth that pairs exceptionally well with both vintage and contemporary fashion. 14KGP stands for 14K Gold Plated (electroplated gold layer over a base metal).The 1/20 fraction traditionally denotes a "gold-filled" standard (meaning 5% of the total weight is a bonded layer of gold). When paired together as "1/20 14KGP", it typically indicates a heavy gold electroplating standard common in mid-to-late 20th-century costume components. It treats the clasp as an elegant base-metal finding with a durable, attractive gold exterior. Pickup category timeslot {A}