January Antiques & Decorative Arts

January Antiques & Decorative Arts

Lot 119: A Butterscotch Amber Bead Necklace - A butterscotch...

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This auction ended on 16 January 2026.

Start price: £200

Estimated price: £250 - £300

Buyer's Premium: 25%

Sold for: £220

A Butterscotch Amber Bead Necklace – A butterscotch amber bead necklace, comprising a long strand of numerous, uniform, barrel-shaped beads. The beads exhibit a translucent yellow-orange hue, consistent with natural butterscotch amber, often referred to as ‘egg yolk’ amber. They are individually strung on a white cord, which is visible knotted at one end. The surfaces appear smooth and polished, showing minor natural variations in tone and texture consistent with their organic material and age.
20.7g