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SKU: TC-1052
Antique Barrel Carnelian Bead Necklace Nephrite Jade Axe Pendant
$1,185.00Overall Length: 23.5″
Stunning barrel shaped carnelian beads with carved nephrite jade axe pendant and gold vermeil clasp. Axe shaped jade pendants were the most famous relics found from the Hongshan culture. Axes are associated with power, protection and divinity. It is also a symbol of authority, strength and used to invoke protection from deities. Carnelian’s deep red hue was associated with the life force and protection. These beads were highly sought after as a status symbol for the wearer.
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SKU: TAL-2013
Antique Handmade Tribal Silver Carnelian Silver Pendant
$2,345.00Overall Length: 19.5″
Striking handmade antique authentic tribal amulet necklace likely originating from the Turkmen of the Sil Road. Handcrafted in high- silver, the pendant is set with five natural carnelian cabochons, stones revered for their protective and empowering qualities. The hollow repousse silver beads, also handmade, with the textured surface characteristic of nomadic tribal silversmithing. This type of amulet served both as personal adornment and spiritual armor, protecting the wearer on journeys across caravans and trade routes. -
SKU: TC-1033
Handmade Burnt Bone Bead Necklace Carved Soochow Tribal Jade Pendant
$895.00Overall Length: 18″
Stunning Soochow carved tribal jade pendant with handmade burnt bone bead necklace hand knotted with contrast thread. Ancient Soochow (now named Suzhou) city in Eastern China is revered for its great scenic beauty of gardens, lakes, rivers. Soochow “jade” actually is serpentine and specific to the Soochow region of China. Like all serpentine gemstone, this is valued as it promotes clarity of thought for those who possess it.
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