white metal silver - Parure - necklace + pendant
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Description from the seller
1) Interesting vintage necklace, artisanal Nepalese craftsmanship in white metal and Himalayan turquoise (Howlite).
22 cm in height, 6.8 cm in width (base pendant), weighs 139.8 g; sold in the photographed condition, one of a kind.
Locally sourced, no metal or mineral tests have been performed.
Very beautiful metal accessories, worked in repoussé or granulometry, which divide and embellish the stones.
A very well-made and complex necklace in its composition, elegant. (see the photos carefully!).
The necklace is composed of about 200 pieces... assembled.
One of a kind.
The jewelry is unisex, worn by both women and .... men, particularly as an apotropaic piece of jewelry.
2) Distinctive Nepalese pendant, artisanal craftsmanship 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 metal or mineral tests have been performed.
In traditional Nepalese craftsmanship, Nickel is not normally used - "Nickel Free".
Note that Nepalese jewelry often carries magical, protective, and even medicinal attributes, according to popular beliefs. Depending on the minerals, they can be considered a remedy for rheumatism or colds, or have aphrodisiac powers and keep witchcraft and the evil eye away, or be a source of fertility, and many other functions.
Turquoise Nepalese or Himalayan (often associated with Tibetan tradition) is considered a sacred stone with deep magical, spiritual, and therapeutic meanings. In Himalayan culture, it is not a mere ornament but a powerful amulet linking heaven and earth.
Here are the main magical meanings and properties attributed to Nepalese/Tibetan turquoise:
Total Protection Stone: Turquoise is considered a powerful shield against negative energies, the evil eye, and physical dangers. It is believed to change color to warn the wearer of imminent danger or disease.
Spiritual Connection and Wisdom: It is a stone tied to spiritual ascension and purity. It represents millennial wisdom and helps calm the mind, transforming anger into wisdom and favoring meditation.
Communication and Sincerity: Acts on the fifth chakra (throat chakra), promoting clear communication, self-expression, and truth.
Balance and Serenity: Helps find emotional balance, reduces stress, and fosters inner calm.
Symbol of Health and Fortune: In Nepalese and Tibetan culture, turquoise is also associated with good health, vitality, and good luck.
Turquoise Nepalese is often paired with red coral, creating a contrast that symbolizes the union of sun and moon, masculine and feminine, fire and water.
Lapis lazuli has various magical and spiritual properties, among which we note:
Stone of Wisdom and Truth: It is considered a stone that promotes self-awareness, inner truth, and intellectual honesty.
Protection: Since ancient 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 supports 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 Healing)
Nervous System and Mind: It is believed that lapis lazuli helps reduce stress, calm the mind, and relieve headaches and migraines.
Respiratory System: Positively affects the throat and the 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, restorative sleep.
Bought directly from Pakistani antique dealers
Very quickly well-packaged with Styrofoam and/or bubble wrap, and shipped with tracking and insurance through the best shipping agencies.
The shipping cost includes tracking, packaging material, and insurance of the piece.
Due to issues with duties and customs procedures, we do not ship to the U.S.A.
Corsica and other non-Italian European islands to be agreed.
1) Interesting vintage necklace, artisanal Nepalese craftsmanship in white metal and Himalayan turquoise (Howlite).
22 cm in height, 6.8 cm in width (base pendant), weighs 139.8 g; sold in the photographed condition, one of a kind.
Locally sourced, no metal or mineral tests have been performed.
Very beautiful metal accessories, worked in repoussé or granulometry, which divide and embellish the stones.
A very well-made and complex necklace in its composition, elegant. (see the photos carefully!).
The necklace is composed of about 200 pieces... assembled.
One of a kind.
The jewelry is unisex, worn by both women and .... men, particularly as an apotropaic piece of jewelry.
2) Distinctive Nepalese pendant, artisanal craftsmanship 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 metal or mineral tests have been performed.
In traditional Nepalese craftsmanship, Nickel is not normally used - "Nickel Free".
Note that Nepalese jewelry often carries magical, protective, and even medicinal attributes, according to popular beliefs. Depending on the minerals, they can be considered a remedy for rheumatism or colds, or have aphrodisiac powers and keep witchcraft and the evil eye away, or be a source of fertility, and many other functions.
Turquoise Nepalese or Himalayan (often associated with Tibetan tradition) is considered a sacred stone with deep magical, spiritual, and therapeutic meanings. In Himalayan culture, it is not a mere ornament but a powerful amulet linking heaven and earth.
Here are the main magical meanings and properties attributed to Nepalese/Tibetan turquoise:
Total Protection Stone: Turquoise is considered a powerful shield against negative energies, the evil eye, and physical dangers. It is believed to change color to warn the wearer of imminent danger or disease.
Spiritual Connection and Wisdom: It is a stone tied to spiritual ascension and purity. It represents millennial wisdom and helps calm the mind, transforming anger into wisdom and favoring meditation.
Communication and Sincerity: Acts on the fifth chakra (throat chakra), promoting clear communication, self-expression, and truth.
Balance and Serenity: Helps find emotional balance, reduces stress, and fosters inner calm.
Symbol of Health and Fortune: In Nepalese and Tibetan culture, turquoise is also associated with good health, vitality, and good luck.
Turquoise Nepalese is often paired with red coral, creating a contrast that symbolizes the union of sun and moon, masculine and feminine, fire and water.
Lapis lazuli has various magical and spiritual properties, among which we note:
Stone of Wisdom and Truth: It is considered a stone that promotes self-awareness, inner truth, and intellectual honesty.
Protection: Since ancient 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 supports 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 Healing)
Nervous System and Mind: It is believed that lapis lazuli helps reduce stress, calm the mind, and relieve headaches and migraines.
Respiratory System: Positively affects the throat and the 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, restorative sleep.
Bought directly from Pakistani antique dealers
Very quickly well-packaged with Styrofoam and/or bubble wrap, and shipped with tracking and insurance through the best shipping agencies.
The shipping cost includes tracking, packaging material, and insurance of the piece.
Due to issues with duties and customs procedures, we do not ship to the U.S.A.
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
