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Specimen: Kada (कडा); Scientific name: Lapis lazuli, a vintage Nepalese handcrafted necklace in white metal argent with lapis lazuli, 25 cm high and 6.5 cm wide (base of pendant), weighing about 138.6 g, unisex and nickel-free, origin Nepal, unique piece with no stand included.
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1) Interesting vintage Nepalese necklace, artisan-made in white metal and lapis lazuli.
Height 25 cm, width 6.5 cm (base pendant), weighs 135 g; sold as shown in the photographed state, unique piece.
Locally sourced, no tests on metal and minerals have been performed.
Very beautiful metal accessories worked in repousé or granulometry that divide and enhance the stones.
A very well-made necklace, complex in its composition, elegant. (please look closely at the photos!).
Necklace composed of about 250 pieces... assembled.
Unique piece. In traditional Nepalese workmanship, Nickel is not normally used - "Nickel Free".
The jewel is unisex, worn by both men and women.
2) Elegant vintage Nepalese bracelet, artisanal in white metal, lapis lazuli and turquoise
diameter 20/21 cm, weighs 138.6 g; sold as shown in the photographed state, unique piece.
Locally sourced, no tests on metal and minerals have been performed.
Very beautiful metal accessories worked in granulometry that divide and enhance the stones.
A very well-made bracelet, complex in its composition, elegant. (please look closely at the photos!).
In traditional Nepalese workmanship, Nickel is not normally used - "Nickel Free".
The jewelry is unisex, worn by both men and women, and is completely handmade.
Note that Nepalese jewelry often has magical, protective, and even medicinal attributes, according to popular beliefs. Depending on the minerals, it can be considered a remedy for rheumatism or for the cold, or have aphrodisiac powers and keep away witchcraft and the evil eye, or be a source of fertility, and many other functions.
Lapis lazuli mineral has various magical and spiritual properties, among which we note:
Wisdom and Truth Stone:
It is considered a stone that fosters self-awareness, inner truth, and intellectual honesty.
Protection:
Since Egyptian times, it was used as an amulet to protect against dangers and negative energies.
Communication:
Helps express one’s emotions and thoughts clearly, strengthening communication.
Serenity and Spirit:
Brings inner peace, serenity, and aids in the path of spiritual realization.
Divine Connection:
Considered in many ancient civilizations as a stone with a strong link to the divine and higher energies.
Healing Benefits (Crystal Therapy)
Nervous and Mental System:
It is believed that lapis lazuli helps reduce stress, calm the mind, and relieve headaches and migraines.
Respiratory System:
Positively affects the throat and airways
Chakra:
Strongly associated with the fifth chakra (Throat - Vishuddha) for communication and the sixth chakra (Third Eye - Ajna) for intuition.
Sleep:
Placed in the bedroom, it can promote deep and restorative sleep.
Very quickly well packaged with polystyrene and/or bubble wrap, and shipped with tracking and insurance with top shipping agencies.
Shipping cost includes tracking, packing materials, and insurance of the piece.
Due to customs duties and procedures, we do not ship to the USA.
Corsica to be arranged.
1) Interesting vintage Nepalese necklace, artisan-made in white metal and lapis lazuli.
Height 25 cm, width 6.5 cm (base pendant), weighs 135 g; sold as shown in the photographed state, unique piece.
Locally sourced, no tests on metal and minerals have been performed.
Very beautiful metal accessories worked in repousé or granulometry that divide and enhance the stones.
A very well-made necklace, complex in its composition, elegant. (please look closely at the photos!).
Necklace composed of about 250 pieces... assembled.
Unique piece. In traditional Nepalese workmanship, Nickel is not normally used - "Nickel Free".
The jewel is unisex, worn by both men and women.
2) Elegant vintage Nepalese bracelet, artisanal in white metal, lapis lazuli and turquoise
diameter 20/21 cm, weighs 138.6 g; sold as shown in the photographed state, unique piece.
Locally sourced, no tests on metal and minerals have been performed.
Very beautiful metal accessories worked in granulometry that divide and enhance the stones.
A very well-made bracelet, complex in its composition, elegant. (please look closely at the photos!).
In traditional Nepalese workmanship, Nickel is not normally used - "Nickel Free".
The jewelry is unisex, worn by both men and women, and is completely handmade.
Note that Nepalese jewelry often has magical, protective, and even medicinal attributes, according to popular beliefs. Depending on the minerals, it can be considered a remedy for rheumatism or for the cold, or have aphrodisiac powers and keep away witchcraft and the evil eye, or be a source of fertility, and many other functions.
Lapis lazuli mineral has various magical and spiritual properties, among which we note:
Wisdom and Truth Stone:
It is considered a stone that fosters self-awareness, inner truth, and intellectual honesty.
Protection:
Since Egyptian times, it was used as an amulet to protect against dangers and negative energies.
Communication:
Helps express one’s emotions and thoughts clearly, strengthening communication.
Serenity and Spirit:
Brings inner peace, serenity, and aids in the path of spiritual realization.
Divine Connection:
Considered in many ancient civilizations as a stone with a strong link to the divine and higher energies.
Healing Benefits (Crystal Therapy)
Nervous and Mental System:
It is believed that lapis lazuli helps reduce stress, calm the mind, and relieve headaches and migraines.
Respiratory System:
Positively affects the throat and airways
Chakra:
Strongly associated with the fifth chakra (Throat - Vishuddha) for communication and the sixth chakra (Third Eye - Ajna) for intuition.
Sleep:
Placed in the bedroom, it can promote deep and restorative sleep.
Very quickly well packaged with polystyrene and/or bubble wrap, and shipped with tracking and insurance with top shipping agencies.
Shipping cost includes tracking, packing materials, and insurance of the piece.
Due to customs duties and procedures, we do not ship to the USA.
Corsica to be arranged.
Details
Era
After 2000
Metal
white metal silver
Total weight
138.6 g
Condition
Excellent condition - barely used with minimal signs of wear
Ethnic group/culture
Nepalese
Country of Origin
Nepal
Indigenous object name
Kada (hard)
Sold with stand
No
Title additional information
+ necklace
