Lets take a journey - from mid 20th century America, to the farthest reaches of ancient Tibet..
* Japanese 1940's Cherry Brand beads with aventurine glass sparkle
* Wire wrapped beads from India
* Vintage unsigned Miriam Haskell clasp, pendant, accents and beads, circa 1950
* Vintage and modern rhinestone rondelles
* Vintage deco pale green beads
* Vintage brass bead caps
* Vintage hand cut aurora borealis crystal beads
* Japanese seed beads
Miriam Haskell is one of the most respected and collected names in costume jewellery. Her work is renowned for its exoticism, romance and attention to detail, with extensive use of art glass, wired beading and un plated brass filigree.
Many of her early pieces are unsigned, and were produced during the war years when materials were limited. The red beads used here are plain glass painted with enamel, no doubt as red glass beads were not available.
These and the other original beads have been skillfully combined with complimentary vintage and contemporary materials to create a one off heirloom treasure.