Antique Chinese Carved Malachite Floral Plaque...

Updated September 26, 2026

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Lot number115
Estimate150.00 - 250.00 USD
CategoryAntiques & Furniture
AuctionSale 260929
DateSeptember 29, 2026 at 10:00 PM EDT
Auction housePeriod Americana
LocationBoston, Massachusetts

Brass Chain Necklace 20In. This exquisite antique Chinese revival style necklace (c. 1920s–1940s) is a highly collectible piece of early-to-mid 20th-century Asian export jewelry featuring three hand-carved, pierced oval malachite plaques set in claw and bezel brass mounts. Connected by a 20-inch dual-strand brass chain with decorative link accents, the unsigned centerpiece displays intricate openwork floral motifs showcasing the natural, vivid green banding and surface matrix characteristic of genuine malachite. Presenting in good overall condition, the carved gemstones remain vibrant with crisp detailing and minor residue in the crevices, while the brass chain, wire settings, and functional clasp exhibit a heavy, natural dark patina and age-appropriate surface oxidation.

Antique Chinese Carved Malachite Floral Plaque...

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