Vintage Bead Necklace Bubi -Raw Brass BeadsChinese Brass Spade Coin
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Vintage Chinese brass spade coin reproduction, vintage brass beads
During the Zhou Dynasty (11th Century BC - 221 BC), some of the first and most distinctive forms of ancient money evolved from farming tools that were shaped like small shovels or spades and were used for bartering of rural supplies. These forms of money were called bubi (布币) or shovel or spade money.
Many forms of Chinese spade coins are known today. China spade coin types are identified by the coin's shoulder and feet. I believe this particular type of spade coin was referred to as a long square foot spade.
This Chinese brass coin reproduction measures approximately 2 3/8" long by 3/4" at its widest point and I purchased it in Hong Kong during the early 1980's. Vintage ribbed raw brass beads from the 1950's in both 10mm and 14mm are separated by ornate gold plated pewter beads for definition.
There are also incredible and quite rare coiled brass beads which measure approximately 11.5mm.
I purchased these fabulous beads many years ago in Ventemiglia, Italy in an outdoor market while on a European buying trip.
Total length of this necklace is approximately 21" and it has been finished on a gold plated pewter clasp. Although this necklace is made up of all metal beads , it is surprisingly not very heavy at all.
It will arrive in a vintage Chinese embroidered silk purse all ready for gift giving.
Have any questions? Contact the shop owner.
Shipping
All Other Countries
First Item: $ 18.50
Additional Items: $ 1.00
Canada
First Item: $ 11.00
Additional Items: $ 1.00
United States
First Item: $ 5.50
Additional Items: $ 0.50
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We try to ship (First class) within 72 hours of receiving payment. Insurance will add a bit more depending on the value of your purchase.Our products ship first class mail and Priority Mail in the USA and First Class international.
If the customer wishes to have tracking and insurance for international orders,the package must be shipped either Express or Priority mail. Please contact us for such estimated shipping costs.
We cannot be responsible for shipments lost in transit unless insured by the customer.
**We automatically insure DOMESTIC packages if they're $100 or more! All such packages have a tracking number and normally ship USPS First Class *** Priority mail is $7.50-$10.00 FOR UP TO 1 lb. of merchandise, depending on distance from our location.
For international shipping of higher value items, please contact us for a shipping quotation.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: POSTAGE RATES HAVE RISEN DRAMATICALLY IN 2020
ORDERS INSIDE USA: A charge of $4.00 covers any first class shipment up to 15 ounces. Our beads vary so much in weight that it is impossible for us to apply a single add-on charge for multiple product orders. We will continue to refund to customers any amount that greatly exceeds our actual cost of shipping and handling.
ORDERS OUTSIDE USA: International First Class rates are now crazy: $16.50 for any package weighing from 1-5 ounces. Even an order for 2-3 small bead items may cost $16.50 or more, depending on the type of material (stone versus resin, for example). We apologize in advance if we have to adjust the postage cost of an order that has been placed. We will understand if an order is rescinded when the postage cost is too high relative to the product value.
All international orders have contents described as "loose beads" and are flagged as "commercial samples" or " gift" if you prefer to make your life easier when receiving your beads. If you'd like us to mark your order as " gift" instead please let us know!
All our beads are inspected one by one before being shipped. They are individually wrapped to protect them and then put in little plastic ziploc bags.
All vintage beaded jewelry is either shipped in a little gift box tied with a ribbon or in a vintage Chinese embroidered silk purse.
If you ever have a problem with a damaged bead or jewelry, don't hesitate to contact us. We are only human, and with so many orders going out on a daily basis, there is always room for error. We will replace your order (assuming we have more in stock), issue you a store credit, or give you a full refund if the item is returned in the same condition as it was shipped within 7 days of receiving your order if you are not fully satisfied. You must notify us as soon as you receive your order if there is a problem.
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Thank you - Debby and Joel Arem
Reviews
Love my beads! The coloring in the epidote was not as intense as illustrated, but it is certainly a good example of the mineral. The colors in the unakite beads are wonderful. The quality of the carving I would rate as good to excellent.
Nice beads!! Super fast thanks a lot!!!
I have dreamed of having a necklace such as the jade one. But the red one. That was a surprise. Both are beautiful. Thank you! Best, Jane
Lovely color;!interesting stones.
When I thought that I had ordered two of these and then checked out I had to order another set. The seller was very kind and combined my two orders and refunded my shipping.