1970s Vintage Hubei Turquoise Nuggets and Sterling Beaded Necklace

Pure vintage luxury. Chunky, vibrant Hubei turquoise nuggets paired with sterling silver for a rich, effortless statement.

Item Details:

• Era: 1970s Vintage
• Period: Studio Artisan / Late 20th Century Bohemian Modern
• Materials: Hubei Turquoise Nuggets, Sterling Silver Spacers, Sterling Silver Clasp
• Closure: Integrated Sterling Silver Lobster Clasp (925 hallmark)
• Dimensions: 25 inches (Matinee Length)
• Weight: 155.5 grams
• Turquoise Nuggets: Approx. 20-30 mm wide (varying organic shapes)
• Spacer Beads: 5 mm wide (Sterling Silver)
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with natural age-commensurate patina on the clasp hardware
• Style: Bohemian Luxe / Statement Collector Piece
• Origin of Turquoise: China
• Origin of Necklace: United States

Fashion History and Material Significance

The 1970s marked a golden era for bohemian luxury, moving away from rigid, formal jewels in favor of organic, collected-over-time statements. Prized for its rich matrix and deep blue-green variation, Hubei turquoise became a signature of this era's artisan revival. Wearing natural stone paired with sterling silver embodies an effortless, worldly elegance.