18 karats (750) gold - Peruvian turquoise - Bracelet





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Magnificent bracelet of Peruvian turquoise pearls combined with small spheres of 18-carat yellow gold (the same material as its closure, in the shape of an olive).
Peruvian turquoise is a rare form of the gemstone chrysocolla. It presents a greener and veined tone than ordinary turquoise. It has been the sacred stone of the South American Incas for centuries. Traditionally used in Peru today as an ornamental stone for the production of spiritual amulets.
For almost a thousand years, Native Americans have been mining turquoise and making their sacred jewelry with it. They believe their minds connect with the universe when wearing a turquoise amulet. There is an ancient belief that the turquoise color is affected by the physical and mental condition of the person who wears it. It is said that the color fades when its owner is sick or sad, and that it loses all color when a person dies. Conversely, if the owner is happy and healthy, the turquoise color is more saturated.
Nowadays, due to its particular beauty, its use is broad in both jewelry and goldsmithing and costume jewelry.
This bracelet is a new piece of jewelry (however, to assess its condition yourself please study the photographs carefully, they are part of the description).
Circumference: 19.5 cm
Peruvian turquoise beads: approximate diameter about 8 mm, with slight variations per bead.
Number of beads: 20
Color: Natural, untreated
Number of gold spheres: 9
Total weight: 12.75 g
Hallmark on the clasp: Yes
Delivered in a luxury jewelry box. It will be carefully packaged.
Measurements are made manually, so please allow for a minimal but possible margin of error. There may be slight color variations in what you perceive due to your monitor settings, as well as some natural-origin imperfections.
Insured shipping. Possible customs duties or other additional charges imposed by your respective countries will be at the buyer's expense.
More jewelry up for auction currently on my profile. All my lots are offered with the possibility of combined shipping.
Seller's Story
No reserve price
Magnificent bracelet of Peruvian turquoise pearls combined with small spheres of 18-carat yellow gold (the same material as its closure, in the shape of an olive).
Peruvian turquoise is a rare form of the gemstone chrysocolla. It presents a greener and veined tone than ordinary turquoise. It has been the sacred stone of the South American Incas for centuries. Traditionally used in Peru today as an ornamental stone for the production of spiritual amulets.
For almost a thousand years, Native Americans have been mining turquoise and making their sacred jewelry with it. They believe their minds connect with the universe when wearing a turquoise amulet. There is an ancient belief that the turquoise color is affected by the physical and mental condition of the person who wears it. It is said that the color fades when its owner is sick or sad, and that it loses all color when a person dies. Conversely, if the owner is happy and healthy, the turquoise color is more saturated.
Nowadays, due to its particular beauty, its use is broad in both jewelry and goldsmithing and costume jewelry.
This bracelet is a new piece of jewelry (however, to assess its condition yourself please study the photographs carefully, they are part of the description).
Circumference: 19.5 cm
Peruvian turquoise beads: approximate diameter about 8 mm, with slight variations per bead.
Number of beads: 20
Color: Natural, untreated
Number of gold spheres: 9
Total weight: 12.75 g
Hallmark on the clasp: Yes
Delivered in a luxury jewelry box. It will be carefully packaged.
Measurements are made manually, so please allow for a minimal but possible margin of error. There may be slight color variations in what you perceive due to your monitor settings, as well as some natural-origin imperfections.
Insured shipping. Possible customs duties or other additional charges imposed by your respective countries will be at the buyer's expense.
More jewelry up for auction currently on my profile. All my lots are offered with the possibility of combined shipping.
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