48” Long Vintage Handmade Necklace with Calcite Gemchip Beads Circa 1977
Measurements of beads vary from:
2mm to 12x5mm
Meaning:
Calcite is one of the most common minerals on earth. Calcite is a calcium carbonate, which has been crystallized in hexagonal form. The name calcite comes from the Latin word calx, meaning 'lime.' Calcite is extremely soft - it rates as only a 3 on the hardness scale.
Original hardware... take apart and repurpose into something new for you or wear as is, either way this one is amazing!!
