posted on October 22, 2004 04:39:58 PM new
Is this necklace a Haskell ?
This is an unsigned, vintage item done in silvertone with grey-silver beads wired to a filigre backing. This item is accented with 2 large grey pearls surrounded by rhinestones. One of the pearls is missing some of its coating, but this cannot be seen unless you are within inches of the item and the light is just in the right position. The pendant portion measures 1 1/2' long x 1 1/4" across and has a link chain attached in 2 places. the chain is a little over 17" and has a spring ring clasp.
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posted on October 22, 2004 05:52:46 PM new
The large pearls look almost right but I just don't know!! Do you have a photo of the back - sometimes you can tell more about a piece by the back and the clasp. Guess I'm no help at all!!! Haskell was copied a lot and then there is DeMario, Robert and a few others who made jewelry much in the same style.
You can't always tell by the closure either - I have found book listed pieces of Haskell with cheap replacement hooks. I don't know if they just broke or if someone did a bit of creative jewelry making.
