Is it carnelian? Amber? Nope, it's tortoiseshell, the fantastic plastic of the 1860's. Dripping honey, glowing resin, juicy cherry syrup. The interlocking barbells are way more modern-looking than you'd expect from a Civil War-era necklace.
MATERIALS: tortoiseshell, 18k gold clasp (tests)
AGE: c. 1860
CONDITION: Very good
SIZE: 18" length, 3/4" width/depth