Rosary - Amber - Komboloi

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A Greek pressed Baltic amber komboloi with 19 barrel beads (plus one papas bead), length 28.5 cm, weight 25 g, and handcrafted silver elements, in excellent as new condition.

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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
Title additional information
Komboloi
Material
Amber
Country of origin
Greece
Height
28.5 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Condition
As new - unused
GreeceVerified
Private

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