Vintage Jakob Bengel Art Deco machine age silver tone / chrome and bright red galalith bead chunky geometric statement necklace christmas though I suppose it is

though I suppose it is possible they were naturally occurring pearls as they are more uneven

The gold tone setting is gorgeous in the style of Czech makers in the Gablonz area in the 1920s and 30s

there is one patent stamp like this

The clasp is secure but is also further protected with slim silver safety chains fastening with a spring ring clasp

It fastens with an old gold tone push in box clasp

Vintage Jakob Bengel Art Deco machine age silver tone / chrome and bright red galalith bead chunky geometric statement necklace christmas though I suppose it isFabulous necklace from the 1930s from the Jakob Bengel factory. This design uses many of Bengel's characteristic component parts including shiny 'cup' bead caps with organic crimped edges and large galalith beads and chunky chrome chain sections with an overall architectural Deco style. The galalith beads have a vibrant lipstick red colour. This piece is really striking absolutely stunning. It has a length of about 17 inches and is in excellent