Composed of a line of cultured and natural pearls measuring approximately 10.7 to 4.5 mm, alternating with pairs of seed pearls, on a clasp set with an old European-cut diamond, length 66 inches, clasp partially signed Dreicer, numbered 903; circa 1920.

In good overall condition, the necklace may benefit from being restrung and the pearls with signs of wear commensurate with age. The signature is located on the safety bar, on the back of the clasp. The D of Dreicer is obscured by solder. The numbering is on the tongue end of the clasp. The diamond measuring approximately 6.2 x 6.3 x 3.4 mm, calculated to weigh approximately 0.85 carat, is approximately G-H color, I clarity. The pearls are predominantly off-round and slightly baroque, of ivory body color, many with blemishes such as peeling and wrinkled skins, with faint to moderate rose overtones. Accompanied by GIA report no. 6197191568 stating that 36 of the 119 pearls tested are determined to be natural, saltwater. Natural pearl measurements ranging from approximately 8.83 x 7.49 mm to 3.69 x 3.49 mm.
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Accompanied by GIA report no. 6197191568 stating that 36 of the 119 pearls tested are determined to be natural, saltwater.