Mandarin Chain
CultureChinese
Date18th century
MediumAmber, chalcedony, agate, silk, and pearl
DimensionsOverall: 66 inches (167.64 cm)
Credit LinePurchase: William Rockhill Nelson Trust
Object number33-805
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DescriptionAmber beads, with three pendants of chalcedony beads trimmed with teardrop pendants set in gilt filigree with kingfisher feather trim. Central pendant with flat agate hanging on blue knitted ribbon. One smaller pendant is missing.
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