Necklace made of natural, antique, mother-of-pearl beads. Handmade. Beginning of the last century. Collectible condition. From grandma's chest. Very old beads. Excellent state of preservation
Antique silver clips from Baltic amber with incuse. Art Deco. Beginning of the last century. Very beautiful and neat work of an old master. No defects.
Amber clips from Baltic amber. Königsberg. Old Prussia. Silver holders. Excellent condition. Late 19th century Beautiful work of an old master. Rare amber
Beads made of carnelian (carnelian)Handmade and antique.Biedermeer. The carnelian gemstone (cornelian, cornelian, carnelian, blood agate) is a type of carnelian stone (which, in turn, is a type of chalcedony), namely orange-red, yellow-red and reddish-pink carnelians. Carnelian has been known to mankind for a long time and has always been one of the most valuable precious stones, only slightly inferior to emeralds and diamonds. Carnelians are mentioned in ancient sacred texts, such as the Egyptian Book of the Dead, Indian Ayurveda, and the Bible. Carnelians were highly valued by the ancient Greeks, Chinese and Mongols. According to Eastern legend, even the prophet Mohammed wore a ring with carnelian. Carnelian is a beautiful and hard stone and therefore has been valued by jewelers since ancient times - rings, necklaces, earrings, bracelets, pendants, pendants and other jewelry with carnelians were made from carnelians. Carnelian was also used to create seals, cameos, intaglios, and carved figurines. Carnelians were also valued by many peoples as talismans and amulets. Magical properties. Since ancient times, many peoples have considered carnelians to be strong protective talismans that protect against magic, spells, and diseases. It was also believed that carnelians share the energy of the sun with their owners and attract good luck. Carnelians were also considered “stones of love” - they aroused love and passion, especially if women wore jewelry with carnelians.