white metal silver - Parure - necklace + pendant
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Description from the seller
1) Interesting vintage necklace, handmade Nepali craftsmanship in white metal and Himalayan turquoise (Howlite).
Height 22 cm, width 6.8 cm (base pendant), weighs 139.8 g; sold in the photographed condition, one of a kind.
Locally sourced, no tests on metal and minerals have been performed.
Very beautiful metal accessories worked in relief or granulation that divide and adorn the stones.
A very well crafted necklace, complex in its composition, elegant. (please look carefully at the photos!).
Necklace composed of about 200 pieces... assembled.
One of a kind.
The jewelry is unisex, worn by both women and .... men, particularly as apotropaic jewelry.
2) Notable Nepalese pendant, handmade in white metal and Himalayan turquoise and coral.
Length 4.7 cm, diameter 3.2 cm, weighs 12.8 g; sold in the photographed condition, one of a kind.
Locally sourced, no tests on metal and minerals have been performed.
In traditional Nepalese workmanship, nickel is not normally used - Nickel Free.
It should be noted that Nepalese jewelry often has magical, protective and even medicinal attributes, according to popular beliefs. Depending on the minerals, they can be considered a remedy for rheumatism or cold, or have aphrodisiac powers and to ward off witchcraft and the evil eye, or be a source of fertility, and many other functions.
The Nepalese or Himalayan turquoise (often associated with Tibetan tradition) is considered a sacred stone with deep magical, spiritual and therapeutic meanings.
In Himalayan culture, it is not a simple ornament, but a powerful amulet that connects sky and earth.
Here are the main magical meanings and properties attributed to Nepalese/Tibetan turquoise:
Stone of Total Protection: Turquoise is considered a powerful shield against negative energies, the evil eye, and physical dangers. It is believed that it changes color to warn the wearer of imminent danger or disease.
Spiritual Connection and Wisdom: It is a stone linked to spiritual ascent and purity. It represents ancient wisdom and helps calm the mind, transform anger into wisdom, and aid meditation.
Communication and Sincerity: It acts on the fifth chakra (throat), promoting clear communication, self-expression, and truth.
Balance and Serenity: It helps find emotional balance, reduce stress, and foster inner calm.
Symbol of Health and Fortune: In Nepalese and Tibetan culture, turquoise is also associated with good health, vitality, and good fortune.
Often Nepalese turquoise is paired with red coral, creating a contrast symbolizing the union of sun and moon, masculine and feminine, fire and water.
The LAPIS LAZULI mineral has various magical and spiritual properties, among these we note:
Stone of Wisdom and Truth: It is considered a stone that promotes self-awareness, inner truth, and intellectual honesty.
Protection: Since Egyptian times, it was used as an amulet to protect from 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.
Benefits and Healing Properties (Crystal Therapy)
Nervous System and Mental: 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.
Bought directly from Pakistani antiquarians.
Very quickly well packaged with Styrofoam and/or packing materials, and shipped with tracking and insurance with the top shipping agencies.
The 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 and other non-Italian European islands to be agreed.
1) Interesting vintage necklace, handmade Nepali craftsmanship in white metal and Himalayan turquoise (Howlite).
Height 22 cm, width 6.8 cm (base pendant), weighs 139.8 g; sold in the photographed condition, one of a kind.
Locally sourced, no tests on metal and minerals have been performed.
Very beautiful metal accessories worked in relief or granulation that divide and adorn the stones.
A very well crafted necklace, complex in its composition, elegant. (please look carefully at the photos!).
Necklace composed of about 200 pieces... assembled.
One of a kind.
The jewelry is unisex, worn by both women and .... men, particularly as apotropaic jewelry.
2) Notable Nepalese pendant, handmade in white metal and Himalayan turquoise and coral.
Length 4.7 cm, diameter 3.2 cm, weighs 12.8 g; sold in the photographed condition, one of a kind.
Locally sourced, no tests on metal and minerals have been performed.
In traditional Nepalese workmanship, nickel is not normally used - Nickel Free.
It should be noted that Nepalese jewelry often has magical, protective and even medicinal attributes, according to popular beliefs. Depending on the minerals, they can be considered a remedy for rheumatism or cold, or have aphrodisiac powers and to ward off witchcraft and the evil eye, or be a source of fertility, and many other functions.
The Nepalese or Himalayan turquoise (often associated with Tibetan tradition) is considered a sacred stone with deep magical, spiritual and therapeutic meanings.
In Himalayan culture, it is not a simple ornament, but a powerful amulet that connects sky and earth.
Here are the main magical meanings and properties attributed to Nepalese/Tibetan turquoise:
Stone of Total Protection: Turquoise is considered a powerful shield against negative energies, the evil eye, and physical dangers. It is believed that it changes color to warn the wearer of imminent danger or disease.
Spiritual Connection and Wisdom: It is a stone linked to spiritual ascent and purity. It represents ancient wisdom and helps calm the mind, transform anger into wisdom, and aid meditation.
Communication and Sincerity: It acts on the fifth chakra (throat), promoting clear communication, self-expression, and truth.
Balance and Serenity: It helps find emotional balance, reduce stress, and foster inner calm.
Symbol of Health and Fortune: In Nepalese and Tibetan culture, turquoise is also associated with good health, vitality, and good fortune.
Often Nepalese turquoise is paired with red coral, creating a contrast symbolizing the union of sun and moon, masculine and feminine, fire and water.
The LAPIS LAZULI mineral has various magical and spiritual properties, among these we note:
Stone of Wisdom and Truth: It is considered a stone that promotes self-awareness, inner truth, and intellectual honesty.
Protection: Since Egyptian times, it was used as an amulet to protect from 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.
Benefits and Healing Properties (Crystal Therapy)
Nervous System and Mental: 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.
Bought directly from Pakistani antiquarians.
Very quickly well packaged with Styrofoam and/or packing materials, and shipped with tracking and insurance with the top shipping agencies.
The 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 and other non-Italian European islands to be agreed.
Details
Era
After 2000
Metal
white metal silver
Total weight
152.6 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 + pendant
