Antique Pinze-nez Necklace Handbeaded The necklace is very long

The necklace is very long and has faux amber type beads

sewing box or dawer

The whole thing is lined with felt and edged with colourful small beads

This striking necklace is fashioned from old curtain clips

Take the strain

Antique Pinze-nez Necklace Handbeaded The necklace is very longHere we have a pair of antique pince nez (French for "pinch nose" and they are indeed a snug fit!) which I have made into a lightweight, one off necklace. Pince nez were popular from the late 19th century to the early 20th century and they were usually used for reading. This example has a spring loaded bridge so that they hold firmly onto the nose. They were once considered a stylish and modern alternative to traditional spectacles and I think we