Vintage mother of pearl inlaid etched and painted pendant bead. 43x10mm. China export 1970's. b15-mop108e

Inlaid Chinese mother of pearl octagonal pendant or bead. Hollow complex construction  with ornamental etching and painting over entire surface on both sides. Two sets of holes run both vertically and horizontally. You can string it either way There is a central round pane with a painted flower etching on one side and a Chinese symbol on the other. Each one is unique with different design ornaments on each side. 43mmx10mm. Rare uncirculated vintage stock from the 1970s.