1970s Jade Persimmon Beaded Necklace (32") circulated evoking the leisurely pastimes of

evoking the leisurely pastimes of the early 20th century

opalized wood

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while the bodice is lined in soft peach satin acetate for comfort

Width 1 1/4"

1970s Jade Persimmon Beaded Necklace (32") circulated evoking the leisurely pastimes ofThis late 1970s to early 1980s vintage Chinese export necklace is a treasured artifact from a pivotal moment in modern history. The pendant, a finely hand carved persimmon fruit rendered in warm yellow nephrite jade, reflects the quiet return of traditional artistry following a decade of cultural erasure. During Mao Zedongs Cultural Revolution, artists were banned, workshops were shuttered, and centuries old techniques were driven underground.