This vintage Chinese beaded necklace and earrings set features a large Shou symbol pendant and intricate red beads with flower motifs. This looks like authentic Cinnabar beads. There are no imperfections in the carvings as if it came from a resin mold.
Chinese cinnabar is a red-hued mineral, primarily composed of mercury sulfide. This historically significant material is carved or lacquered to create ornate objects, art pieces, or jewelry.
Dimensions:
Necklace bead size: 15mm
Shou pendant bead size: 30mm
Necklace length: 21 inches
