Got this one through Jim Olsen of Western Trading Post. Jim is an expert ... one of the best ... on antique trade beads and most other vintage Navajo and Southwest Jewelry.
It is simple but dang sure eye catching. Wait till you get a real close up of the seed beads ... they are old, but in exquisite condition.
His description; "Great Old 3 Strand Trade Bead Necklace - This smaller necklace features three strands of lovely blue trade beads in a small/big bead pattern with 28 larger beads.
No identifiable maker or age ... just "vintage" and "Old Trade Beads" according to Mr. Jim. And yes, the original price was $545! That is close to the valuation Jim put on it before I bought it. It is a deal! Strung on waxed cord.
