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Komboloi consisting of 19 pressed Baltic amber beads (Ambroid) with a papas bead and handcrafted silver elements, 28.5 cm long and 25 g in weight, dating to the Eocene and made in Greece from Baltic amber; condition: as new.
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Vintage Collectible Baltic Pressed Amber & Silver Komboloi (Worry Beads) – 19 Beads
Technical Specifications
Material: Pressed Baltic Amber (Ambroid).
Bead Count: 19 barrel-shaped beads (traditional odd number) + 1 "papas" bead (counter-bead).
Length: 28.5 cm (ideal size for proper handling).
Weight: 25 grams (very lightweight and comfortable in the hand).
Metalwork: Handcrafted silver elements on the priest bead and the tassel finish.
Condition Status: Excellent vintage condition.
Flaws: No cracks or breaks.Patina: Natural time-worn wear that adds authenticity and value.
Authentic vintage Greek komboloi, ideal for collectors and connoisseurs. It is crafted from premium quality pressed Baltic amber, featuring beautiful internal sun spangles that shimmer status-like in the light. Over time, the material has matured naturally, developing a unique, deep burgundy and aubergine hue, along with an exceptionally sweet and smooth texture to the touch. Appraisal by a traditional komboloi boutique.
Family Owned for over 25 years
Vintage Collectible Baltic Pressed Amber & Silver Komboloi (Worry Beads) – 19 Beads
Technical Specifications
Material: Pressed Baltic Amber (Ambroid).
Bead Count: 19 barrel-shaped beads (traditional odd number) + 1 "papas" bead (counter-bead).
Length: 28.5 cm (ideal size for proper handling).
Weight: 25 grams (very lightweight and comfortable in the hand).
Metalwork: Handcrafted silver elements on the priest bead and the tassel finish.
Condition Status: Excellent vintage condition.
Flaws: No cracks or breaks.Patina: Natural time-worn wear that adds authenticity and value.
Authentic vintage Greek komboloi, ideal for collectors and connoisseurs. It is crafted from premium quality pressed Baltic amber, featuring beautiful internal sun spangles that shimmer status-like in the light. Over time, the material has matured naturally, developing a unique, deep burgundy and aubergine hue, along with an exceptionally sweet and smooth texture to the touch. Appraisal by a traditional komboloi boutique.
Family Owned for over 25 years
Details
Weight
25 g
Culture
Baltic Amber
Title additional information
Komboloi
Century/timeframe
Eocene
Acquired from
Gifted
Year acquired
2000
Material
Amber
Country of origin
Greece
Country acquired from
Greece
Height
28.5 cm
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Width
1 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
2000
Depth
1 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Greece
Condition
As new - unused
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