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When we say each piece of jewelry has been hand crafted, we mean that many different jewelry-making techniques are used in each design. All designs have at least one pearl incorporated into each piece, hence the name, A Grain of Sand. Now we offer you your own jewelry-making kit and bead bracelet kit so—at home—you can complete some famous jewelry designs. Your bead jewelry kit comes with everything you need. Your bead kit comes with design instructions, beads, clasps, skeletons and more! With a bead jewelry kit from A Grain of Sand, you win with every bead you string. Order your bead bracelet kit or bead necklace kit here.
Vintage Antique Silver Plated I.D. Bracelet    
7 1/2 inches in length which is a very average fit. This is a slim and sleek bracelet that came out of old designer stock from the 60’s. I remember having one similar to this when I was a kid. The bar portion of the bracelet has a gentle curve. I wouldn’t recommend engraving these as they are plated, but I would recommend adding a signature dangling bead just for the fun of it. Great deal. These are also available in gold plate.
$7/each
Item #11023


Vintage Gold Plated I.D. Bracelet    
7 1/2 inches in length which is a very average fit. This is a slim and sleek bracelet that came out of old designer stock. The bar portion of the bracelet has a gentle curve. I wouldn’t recommend engraving these as they are plated, but I would recommend adding a signature dangling bead just for the fun of it. Great deal. These are also available in Antique Silver Plate.
$7/each
Item #11022


Vintage Knotted & Finished Richelieu Simulated Pearl Necklace    
The finished necklace is 15.5" in length. These wonderful 11mm large acrylic simulated pearls have a wonderful sheen. The clasp is actually one of the pearls and two smaller pearls surround the clasp for a nice finished look. Lightweight and "made in Japan".  Steal of a Deal!
$14/necklace
Item #10788


Vintage Richelieu Simulated Blushing Pink Pearl Glass Necklace    
Special Deal Price!!!  6mm faux pearls knotted and finished with a stunning silver toned filigree box clasp at a 15" length. We estimate these simulated pearl necklaces to be circa 1950. A few of these neckaces have the origninal tags but most did not. The tag says Glasstique by Richeliieu - "Lifetime Guarantee of Quality. . . If properly cared for, these Richelieu Simulated Pearls are guaranteed not to peel, crack or lose their beautiful color." These are in mint uncirculated condition and if the original company was still in business, I’m sure they would honor the guarantee. Richelieu was founded in New York in 1911 and purchased up by Lisner Corporation in the 1990’s. Great addtion to any costume jewelry collection.
$12.50/necklace net*
Item #10698


Vintage Original Costume Jewelry "Laguna" Glass Pearl & Sapphire Bracelet    
7.5" length. Original "Laguna" faux pearl Bracelet has a Gold toned clasp with a genuine sapphire" clasp. This old beauty comes with original tags and "genuine sapphire" tag. Circa 1940. This piece has the original "$5" price tag still on it. These glass pearls are knotted. What a wonderful collector piece of vintage costume jewelry! Fantastic price too.
$28
Item #10672


Vintage Original Costume Jewelry "Laguna" Glass Pearl Necklace    
15 1/2" Original "Laguna" faux pearl necklace complete with silver toned rhinestone and pearl clasp. Circa 1940. This piece has the original "$5" price tag still on it. These glass pearls are knotted. What a wonderful collector piece of vintage costume jewelry! Fantastic price too.
$28/necklace net*
Item #10639


Vintage Lucite  Apple Juice Hoop Earrings    
27mm hoops. Aren’t these simply fabulous? There were found among old designer jewelry components. They have the look and the feel and the sound of bake-o-lite, but we believe that they are Lucite. The posts and clutches are steel. The look is retro! Gotta have a pair just for the fun of it.
$12/per pair
Item #10100


Vintage Brass Circlicious Dangle Earrings    
We have taken some of our Circlicious Brass Dangle findings (item #7607) and made some really simple yet fantastic earrings. These are available with Sterling Leverbacks or 14K gold Filled Leverbacks.
71mm long. The largest of the 8 brass rings (not including jump rings) is 14mm o.d. Wow. You could also make these babies yourself.
Ear Wire: Silver Leverbacks, Gold Filled Leverbacks
$18/pair
Item #7672


Vintage Bohemian Glass Neckace    
18" necklace. These are mint condition, uncirculated necklaces with a Bohemian Glass tag. They are 12mm round crystal with an AB finish separated by a small clear spacer bead. They are finished with a lobster clasp (probably nickel plated). Probably dating to the 1960’s.
$22/per necklace
Item #6280


Satin Crystal Dangle Earings    
Simple, sleek, sassy and great to wear with blue jeans or a velvet dress. These are made ready for you to wear. This item is not a kit, although your could purchase all of the components in quantities separately through our website to make them yourself. A materials list is available upon request. At this time, we only have the siam satin color available.
color: siam satin
$24.99/per pair
Sold out Item #3901


Vintage Vogue 4 strand Necklace Kit    
This necklace was designed by Lauren Branca. As seen in Beadstyle Magazine May 2005 issue. Lauren originally had a Crystal Cross for the pendant, the kits include Swarovski Crystal Pearls, however, the original piece shown has freshwater pearls. It is really special in person. This kit is complete with everything you will need to complete the piece. All you need is your tools! This is a super value for the materials of this substantial necklace.
$135/per kit
Item #2501


Pink Chalcedony Lotus Bud Bracelet Kit    
Just stunning Double drilled Lutus Bud shape Beads are included in this kit. Comes with everything you will need to complete your piece! All you need is your tools! Brought to you by Lauren of A Grain of Sand
$35/per kit
Item #2500


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