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SKU: TAL-1089
Handcrafted Berber “Hirz” Talisman with Lapis Lazuli Intaglio Bead Necklace
$1,525.00Overall Length: 16.5″
Hand knotted handcrafted very unusual, rare lapis lazuli intaglio bead necklace with stunning ancient enameled Berber “hirz” silver amulet and artisan sterling silver hinged security clasp. The Arabic word “Hirz” literally means “a protected space”. Ancient lapis lazuli has been revered by many cultures for its spectacular cobalt blue color. Titian, Michelangelo and Vermeer all used the crushed blue powdered gemstone mixed with resins and oils in their paintings and murals. Lapis lazuli has been revered for centuries as the stone of wisdom, protection and royalty. This gorgeous handmade Moroccan Berber hirz would have carried verses from the Qur’an and worn by women as a protective amulet. -
SKU: TAL-1053
Carnelian Intaglio Bead Necklace with Sterling Silver Encased Carnelian Intaglio Amulet
$1,475.00Overall Length: 22″
Hand knotted stunning old Indus Valley carnelian intaglio bead necklace with an ancient Bactrian Greek Emperor carnelian solid sterling silver intaglio pendant secured by a handcrafted sterling silver clasp with garnet cabochon. Ancient carnelian was the stone of courage for the Romans. It is thought to restore motivation and creativity as well as attract romance.
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SKU: TAL-1062
Two Strand Sterling Silver Amulet with Antique Venetian Glass Trade and Hand Painted Bone Bead Necklaces
$945.00Overall Lengths: 16″ and 16″
Lovely two strand antique Venetian glass trade beads with hand painted ox bone bead necklace and antique handmade Turkman sterling silver amulet with carnelian cabochon. The clasps are handmade sterling silver hinged security clasps. Necklaces are meant to be worn either together or separately. Three necklaces in one! -
SKU: TAL-1073
Antique Handmade Enamel and Silver Berber Hijab Talisman with Antique “Skunk” Venetian Trade Bead Necklace
$1,385.00Overall Length: 16″
Lovely very antique handmade tribal enamel Berber hijab talisman with antique Venetian “skunk” trade beads (circa 1800s) and sterling silver focal beads and security clasp. Primary used for adornment, Berber hijab talisman, crafted by Moroccan silversmiths, often contained prayers written on cloth inside and were worn on the chest. The lovely trade beads were made in the 1800s by the Venetian glass guilds in Murano, Italy, primarily to be used in trade. They were named “skunk” beads because their glass patterns simulated a skunk’s markings.
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SKU: TAL-1093
Lapis Lazuli Gemstone Necklace Double Star of David Amulets
$695.00Overall Length: 18″
Hand knotted lapis lazuli gemstone necklace with two handmade silver and enamel Star of David talisman separated by a handmade large silver bi-cone focal bead with lapis inlay and artisan made hinged sterling silver security clasp. The Star of David is the primary symbol of the Jewish faith and began its following in the Middle Ages. The opposite stars represent the intersection between God and humanity. Ancient lapis lazuli has been revered by many cultures for its spectacular cobalt blue color. Titian, Michelangelo and Vermeer all used the crushed blue gemstone in their paintings and murals. Lapis is the stone of wisdom and royalty as well as an ancient protective gemstone. -
SKU: TAL-1095
Stunning Antique Venetian Trade Bead Necklace Custom Berber Silver Talisman
$975.00Overall Length: 15.5″
Stunning handmade 600 year old Venetian trade bead necklace with handmade white metal focal beads, sterling silver hinged security clasp, and stunning bespoke high grade silver Berber talisman. Since the 14th century, the Venetian glass guilds were the preeminent trade bead source. These stunning beads date back to the 1800s and have travelled many continents. The high grade silver talisman was custom made by a Berber silversmith. The Arabic writing means “Allah is Great”. -
SKU: TAL-1080
Silver Spiral Amulets Antique Venetian Trade Bead Necklace
$1,250.00Overall Length: 17.75″
Statement necklace with five sacred silver spiral disk amulets, hand crafted focal beads, black with blue stripe antique handmade Venetian glass trade beads and sterling silver artisan hinged security clasp. The sacred spiral across cultures symbolizes universal perpetual growth and expansion–think rings of a tree, your finger prints, the Milky Way moving in a spiral. For some cultures the spiral represents the life force of the universe and is a symbol of eternity with no apparent beginning or end.
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SKU: TAL-1086
Baroque Pearl Necklace with Sterling Silver Islamic Talisman
$995.00Overall Length: 17″
Lovely hand knotted Baroque pearl and hand made coin silver bead necklace with stunning sterling silver Berber amulet and hand crafted sterling silver hinged security clasp. Baroque pearls became fashionable in important jewelry in the 1600s because of their irregular, elaborate shapes. Vermeer’s 17th c. “The Girl with the Pearl Earring” iconic painting showcases beautiful Baroque pearls. Historically, wearing this talisman’s “divine guidance” helps the wearer stay grounded and protected from evil. The Arabic inscription literally means “Allah is Great”. -
SKU: TAL-1091
Hindu Goddess Silver Amulet Baroque Pearl Necklace
$995.00Overall Length: 16.5″
Hand knotted Baroque pearl necklace with handmade Hindu goddess diety silver amulet. The shape of Hindu amulets is significant and the amulet must be ceremoniously consecrated before wearing. Round amulets are considered mandalas which are symbols of the universe and are meant for protection from evil. Baroque pearls became fashionable in jewelry in the 1600s because of their irregular, elaborate shapes. Vermeer’s 17th c. “The Girl with the Pearl Earring” iconic painting showcases beautiful Baroque pearls. -
SKU: TAL-1023
Pearl and Silver Antique Balochi Amulet Necklace
$895.00Overall Length 17″
Champagne freshwater Baroque pearl and handcrafted silver focal bead necklace with antique tribal Balochi box talisman pendant. Ancient Balochistan shares territory with Iran, Pakistan and Afghanistan. Largely nomadic, the Baloch people believe in the powers of the wind and the sea and wore lovely talisman pendants to protect them from the dangers of rugged daily life.
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SKU: TAL-1085
Baroque Pearl Necklace Century Old Handmade Silver Coptic Cross
$995.00Overall Length: 17″
Lovely hand knotted Baroque Pearl and hand made mixed metal bead necklace with stunning silver Ethiopian Coptic cross and hand crafted sterling silver hinged security clasp. This lovely handmade, century old, elegantly simple, Coptic Christian cross symbolizes the four gospels in its four arms and the intersection is the unity of earth with heaven. Baroque pearls became fashionable in jewelry in the 1600s because of their irregular, elaborate shapes. Vermeer’s 17th c. “The Girl with the Pearl Earring” iconic painting showcases a beautiful Baroque pearl.
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SKU: TAL-1082
Baroque Pearl Necklace “Antique Handmade Silver Prayer Box Amulet
$945.00Overall Length: 17″
Hand knotted Baroque pearl necklace with handmade Ethiopian metal focal beads and very old stunning handmade authentic kitab Tuareg Silver Gris Gris (means talisman) hand engraved silver talisman These amulets were worn typically by SW Saharan Tuareg men and women for good luck, protection from evil and for good health.
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SKU: TAL-1087
Baroque Pearl Necklace Handmade Silver Star of David Lion Of Judah Amulet
$995.00Overall Length: 17″
Lovely hand knotted Baroque Pearl and hand made mixed metal bead necklace with stunning high grade silver Ethiopian Star of David Lion of Judah amulet and hand crafted sterling silver hinged security clasp. Baroque pearls became fashionable in jewelry in the 1600s because of their irregular, elaborate shapes. Vermeer’s 17th c. “The Girl with the Pearl Earring” iconic painting showcases beautiful Baroque pearls. The Star of David has been a symbol of he Jewish religion since the Middle Ages. This particular antique amulet was handcrafted in Ethiopia. The lion is an ancient symbol of power and strength and relates to Jacob’s son, Judah.
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SKU: TAL-1090
Three Coin Necklace with Baroque Pearls
$895.00Overall Length: 17″
Lovely hand knotted Baroque Pearl and hand made mixed metal bead necklace with three coin pendant and hand crafted sterling silver hinged security clasp. Baroque pearls became fashionable in jewelry in the 1600s because of their irregular, elaborate shapes. Vermeer’s 17th c. “The Girl with the Pearl Earring” iconic painting showcases beautiful Baroque pearls. Historically, is was thought that wearing scarce coins would bring prosperity and luck. -
SKU: TAL-1092
Ethiopian Star of David and Christian Cross Talisman on Baroque Pearl Necklace
$995.00Overall Length: 16.5″
Hand knotted Baroque and handmade white metal bead necklace with handmade Ethiopian Star of David Talisman. The unique talisman has both the Judaic Star of David and the Christian cross paying respect to the fusion of ancient Judaism with Christianity in cultural harmony with both faiths. Baroque pearls became fashionable in jewelry in the 1600s because of their irregular, elaborate shapes. Vermeer’s 17th c. “The Girl with the Pearl Earring” iconic painting showcases beautiful Baroque pearls. -
SKU: TAL-1088
Baroque Pearl Necklace Handmade Solid Silver Prayer Box Talisman with Telsums
$995.00Overall Length: 17″
Hand knotted Baroque pearl necklace with handmade Ethiopian metal focal beads and old stunning handmade authentic kitab Tuareg Silver Gris Gris (talisman) hand engraved silver amulet. These pendants were worn typically by SW Saharan Tuareg men and women for good luck, protection from evil and for good health. -
SKU: TAL-1056
Turquoise Bead Necklace Large Handmade Telsum Prayer Box Pendant
$945.00Overall Length: 18″
Vintage turquoise bead and handmade focal bead necklace with handcrafted telsum amulet. Ancient turquoise is revered for its ability to quiet the mind and promote self love. It is frequently held during meditation.
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SKU: TAL-1001
Silver Pearl Turquoise Vintage Prayer Box Necklace
$795.00Drop Length: 21″
Hand knotted silver fresh water pearl necklace with handmade turquoise tear drop focal beads and large antique hand made Telsum prayer box. Telsum prayer boxes promote fertility and protection. Turquoise purifies and transforms the spirit, promoting self love.
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SKU: TAL-1011
Cornflower Blue Bone Coptic Pendant Necklace
$175.00Drop Length: 23″
Hand knotted pale cornflower blue bone bead necklace with blue contrast thread, pearl and hand made metal focal beads and coptic cross pendant.
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SKU: TAL-1039
The Blue Men of the Sahara Necklace
$925.00Overall Length: 16″, 18″, 21″
Wrapped in blue indigo dyed cloth called tagelmoust, the adult males of the semi-nomadic Saharan Tuareg tribes excelled in multiple metal-smithing and leather jewelry. These handcrafted elegant amulets were worn around necks or tied to their blue veils or familial tents to ward off evil, hatred, and disease. The fine hand etched designs in this silver and leather amulet are a wonderful cultural example of Tuareg jewelry making skill. Assembled with three rows of handmade batik, pierced, saw-edge camel bone and sterling silver Balinese face beads, an unusual accessory is born.
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SKU: TAL-1029
Three Strand Champagne Baroque Pearl and Talisman Necklace
$595.00Overall Lengths: 18″, 19″, 23″
Three strand Baroque champagne pearl necklace with silver handmade focal beads, sterling silver artisan clasp and a handcrafted tribal talisman coin silver pendant. These talisman were handmade by nomadic people to wear for protection from harm, disease and to keep the evil eye away.
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SKU: TAL-1021
Brass Mandala Pendant Necklace
$425.00Overall Length: 32.5″
Hand knotted antique bicone bead necklace with hand made brass and silver Turkman focal beads and large hand cast brass tribal shield pendant using the Lost Wax Method.
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SKU: TAL-1037
Vintage Ethiopian Engagement Telsum Amulet with Handmade Coin Silver Bead Necklace
$495.00Overall Length: 19″
Handmade Ethiopian telsum prayer box amulet with handmade coin silver beads and telsums. This interesting amulet, imbued with the powers of prayers, served a multitude of needs–for protection, fortune and safety. The telsums hanging in between the handmade necklace beads are important symbols of fertility. This combination might have been worn by an Ethiopian bride on her wedding day.
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SKU: TAL-1048
Turquoise Howlite Tube Prayer Box Pendant Necklace
$745.00Overall Length: 19″
Hand knotted turquoise howlite bead and white metal handcrafted bead necklace with wonderful handmade prayer box tube pendant made from coin silver. The wearer would hold prayers written on cloth or bits of magical sand for protection from harm, disease and the like. The end focal beads and clasp are artisan made in sterling silver.
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SKU: TAL-1025
Antique Tuareg Pendant on Burnt Horn Bead Necklace
$645.00Drop Length: 24″
Antique hand-carved burnt horn bead necklace with a wonderful large old Tuareg pendant. Buffalo horn prevents self destructive and negative thoughts. SW Saharan Tuareg nomads wore these handcrafted beautiful amulets for protection and passage to safety.
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SKU: TAL-1024
Two Strand Brass Coral Amulet Necklace
$495.00Drop Length: 16″ and 22″
Two strand necklace: Handmade brass bicone bead necklace with coral accents and Telsum amulet; Handmade Baule brass bead and coral necklace. Coral protects those who live near or travel on the water.
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SKU: TAL-1045
Taureg Carnelian Sterling Silver Hinged Talisman Hand Hammered Sterling Silver Bead Necklace
$895.00Overall Length: 19″
This elegant artisan oval carnelian (also called agate) gemstone and engraved hinged silver pendant was created by a Tuareg craftsman and worn by the Tuaregs of Niger and Mali region in the NW Saharan. Crafted to resemble the face of a goddess and her headdress, this craftsman’s especially beautiful amulets are valued particularly as quality symbols of purity and peace. The amulet, handmade sterling silver hand hammered beads handcrafted tiny, wrapped sterling focal beads all are held together by an artisan sterling clasp with a lovely garnet cabochon. According to African legend, the carnelian/agate stone is a talisman which protects the one who possesses it against malicious spirits or bad luck. Agate also is associated with the power of healing generating a sense of calm and self-control. Silver, a precious metal, is important as an essential base metal in Alchemy. Spiritually, silver is believed to increase psychic self-awareness and foster calm and personal balance.
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SKU: TAL-1034
The Five Elements Meet the Five Senses Necklace
$975.00Overall Length: 18″, 19″
Multi-strand freshwater Baroque pearls with handcrafted blue sandcast focal beads and handcrafted sterling silver clasp hold a stunning handcrafted Afghan silver and lapis lazuli pentagon pendant. Over thousands of years, the pentagon, or five-pointed star, represents the spiritual domination of the five senses: touch, smell, taste, sight, hearing and the five elements of fire, water, air, spirit and earth.
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SKU: TAL-1026
Champagne Pearl Large Coptic Cross Necklace
$695.00Drop Length: 22.5″
Hand knotted champagne pearl bead necklace with hand crafted old Turkmen antique coin silver focal bicone beads and large handcrafted coin silver coptic cross. Coptic crosses date back to the 1st century and represent the meaning of life.