The first lot in this auction features a phenomenal Vintage Old Pawn graduated Navajo "pearls" bench bead necklace from the second to third quarter of the 20th Century. The necklace shows a silver chain link single strand with wonderful large bench made or handmade Navajo pearl beads from a Navajo Native American Indian silversmith. At the back of the necklace shows a sterling silver clasp with sterling rolled cone and begins with twelve (12) sterling silver beads that are each approximately 11mm. Next on the necklace shows eighteen (18) bench sterling silver beads that are each approximately 12mm. Lastly are the graduated larger Navajo pearl bench beads that each have an old stamped pattern, the smallest in this bottom section is approximately 16.5mm and largest is 23mm. The largest bead has a slight impression. Truly a wonderful necklace that is in good condition with nice original patina. Measures overall from end of clasp to end of clasp 24"L approx. Total weight is 52 grams.*