They are a deep reddish color in daylight. When held under light the look bright red with swirls. Along with the Bakelite beads are old Japanese intricately carved wood/nut ojime.
The ojime beads vary in size and each is unique. Quite a few of them depict scholars. The necklace has an art deco era sterling silver clasp. Necklace measures aprox 18 inches.
In very good antique condition.