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Ornate Turquoise and Silver Himalayan Necklace with Red Coral
Nepales Turquoise and Silver Tribal NecklaceClose up of Silver and Turquoise necklaceTurquoise and red coral bead strandsSide angle view showing depthShown with ruler and U.S. Quarter CoinBack viewVintage turquoise and coral necklace from NepalNepalese necklace shown on manikinNepalese necklace shown on manikinSide angle view showing depth |
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Item Number: TAH-4791-Nk
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Nepalese Turquoise Necklace - Old Collectible Tribal Jewelry
Beautifully handcrafted in the late 1900's this vintage Nepalese Necklace is made of natural Himalayan Turquoise, Red Coral, and Silver.
The elegant pendant is tiered with a natural turquoise cabochon sitting in a raised silver bezel.
The articulated bail-portion above was artistically shaped and skillfully embellished with spirals and a vivid red-coral bead.
The multiple side strands were restrung using the original old beads and some newer beads. The clasp was replaced with new silver one. Wearable vintage necklace from Nepal.
Comes in a gift-box.
About Nepal: Nepal, like Tibet, is a landlocked country in the Himalayas. It is strategically located between Tibetan China to the North and India to the South. It shares many influences with both these countries, including religious, artistic and cultural.
It is famed as being Buddha’s birthplace as well as for having the tallest mountains in the world, including Mount Everest (Sagarmatha).
Measurements (1 inch = 2.54 cm):
Inner Necklace Circumference = 16-1/2 inches
Dimensions of Pendant = 2-3/4 inch long x 1-1/4 inch wide x 0.36 inch deep
Weight = 2.2 oz
Shipping weight = 8 oz
Material = Silver (90% or higher); Turquoise; Red coral
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