These fluted deep purple beads were made in Japan in the early 1950s.I've teamed them up with large mauve freshwater pearls, smaller white freshwater pearls, and LOTS of BRIGHT silver plate accents.The necklace is about 16-1/2" long, and the earrings dangle a hair less than 2" from the tops of their European back findings.Lovely colour combo, wearable in every season.A set such as this could only have been made by SPARKLE PLENTY!All of our one of a kind and limited edition artisan beaded jewelry is individually handcrafted in our studio in Los Angeles, California. Shop online for indie boutique designs including bracelets, necklaces, earrings and other gorgeous fashion accessories. All designs, text and photos copyright Sparkle Plenty Fine Beaded Jewellery 2002-2006 and may not be reproduced in whole or in part without prior, express written permission. All rights reserved.