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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-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-1036
To Coin A Phrase Necklace
$1,675.00Overall Length: 18″
Ancient coins handsewn to leather with Mauritius shells and Moroccan coral bead hang with very old Mille Fore (thousand flowers) Venetian trade beads in this gorgeous talisman necklace. Shells, brought by the ebb and flow of the waves, represent the mystical qualities of birth, death and resurrection. Coral is a talisman to bring safe passage to those who travel on or near the water
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SKU: TAL-1058
Handmade Lapis Lazuli Intaglio Bead Telsum Necklace with Antique Tuareg Tcherot Amulet
$1,145.00Overall Length: 23.5″
Wrapped in blue indigo dyed cloth called tagelmoust, the adult males of the semi-nomadic NW Saharan Tuareg tribes excelled in multiple metal smithing and leather jewelry. These handcrafted elegant amulets were worn around necks or tied to the blue veils or familial tents to ward off evil, hatred, and disease. The fine hand etched designs in this silver amulet are a wonderful cultural example of Tuareg jewelry making skill. Assembled with stunning lapis lazuli intaglio and telsum beads, an unusual accessory is born.
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SKU: TAL-1067
Silver Spiral Amulets Antique Venetian Trade Bead Necklace
$1,250.00Overall Length: 17.5″
Stunning necklace with five silver spiral disk amulets, hand crafted bronze focal beads, black and yellow antique handmade Venetian glass trade beads and sterling silver artisan hinged security clasp. The lovely antique Venetian black and yellow beads were handmade in the old Venetian glass guilds circa 1800s and are hot glass wound with alternating colors, hence their name “wound beads”. The sacred spiral symbolizes universal personal growth and expansion across all cultures–think rings of a tree. For many cultures the iconic spiral represents the life force of the universe and is an endearing symbol of eternity. -
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-1065
Lapis Lazuli Intaglio Necklace Ancient Moroccan Hirz Amulet
$1,250.00Overall Length: 16″
Hand knotted handcrafted very unusual lapis lazuli intaglio bead necklace with stunning ancient enameled Berber hirz silver amulet and artisan sterling silver hinged security clasp. Ancient lapis lazuli has been revered by many cultures for its spectacular cobalt blue color. Titian, Michelangelo and Vermeer all used the crushed blue lapis lazuli for its stunning blue color in their paintings and murals. It is the gemstone of wisdom and royalty. Powerful lapis lazuli is an ancient protective gemstone. The ancient Moroccan Berber handmade hirz is a protective amulet that would have been worn on the chest. The word “hirz” means “safe place” -
SKU: TAL-1061
Baroque Pearl Necklace with Sterling Silver Islamic Talisman
$745.00Overall 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. -
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-1014
Turquoise Bead Pewter Buddha Pendant Necklace
$265.00Overall Length: 21″
Hand knotted turquoise bead necklace with white brass encased turquoise Buddha pendant. Turquoise promotes deep relaxation and peace of mind.
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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.
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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-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-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-1003
Pewter Sterling Silver Afghan Kuchi Necklace
$325.00Overall Length: 19″
Hand knotted pewter pumpkin seed bead necklace with Afghan kuchi pendant inlaid with black onyx. Afghan kuchi means nomadic. Black onyx enhances courage and power.
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SKU: TAL-1010
White Pearl Rose Quartz Om Pendant Necklace
$295.00Drop Length: 24″
Hand knotted pearl necklace with deep pink contrast thread, brass capped rose quartz focal beads and rectangular pendant with OM symbol. The OM is the symbol for the sound of the universe.
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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-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-1049
Double Strand Brass Bicone Bead Necklace Amber Turquoise Lapis Lazuli Coral and Maasai Brass Spiral Pendant
$675.00Overall Lengths: 17.5″, 26″
Handmade brass bi-cone bead necklace with large brass tube pendant with turquoise, coral and lapis lazuli cabochons. Turquoise is a calming stone. Coral protects those who travel on or near the sea. Lapis lazuli is the symbol of royalty, wisdom and truth. Handmade brass bi-cone bead necklace with amber focal beads and handcrafted brass spiral brass pendant. The pastoral Kenyan Maasai tribes travel and live in circles and the spiral is very symbolic of this. It is also a powerful symbol of the creation of the universe.
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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-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-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-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-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.