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Mandarin Chain Bead Necklace

1800s
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Bead necklaces were worn by both high-ranking women and men, with a central string running over the person’s back and two side strings falling parallel to the necklace over the chest.

Mandarin Chain Bead Necklace

1800s

China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911)

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