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antique beadwork snake collectable necklace, greek antique beadwork snake necklace, Ottoman prisoners beadwork snake, beaded necklace snake

Name: antique beadwork snake collectable necklace, greek antique beadwork snake necklace, Ottoman prisoners beadwork snake, beaded necklace snake
Brand: YesterdaysGaze
SKU: 663947907
Price: 1284.92 ILS
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (182 reviews)

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Vintage from the 1900s
Chain style: Snake
Necklace length: 38 Centimeters
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antique beadwork snake collectable necklace, greek antique beadwork snake necklace, Ottoman prisoners beadwork snake, beaded necklace snake

This is a rare piece of art, a wonderful handmade beaded necklace from the 30's. The story of bead crochet snakes is a rich one. It dates back to War World I & II. The majority of beadwork reptiles made in the Balkans by Turkish prisoners or by villagers in parts of Southeastern Europe. Prisoners of war were allowed to craft souvenirs that could be given as gifts or bartered for amenities. Snakes were actually regarded as good luck symbols in parts of the Ottoman Empire by the 1870s. The common patterns for the top decoration were a zig-zag or diamond shape. Village women in parts of Greece and Macedonia made bead crochet snakes for local use and to sell as souvenirs. Locally, the snakes were used as part of a line dance or as an engagement present from a girl to her fiance.
This amazing beaded jewerly has a zig-zag pattern with red flowers and a red fastener that can grab on to the tail to make the necklace. The top of the snake is green and its backside is white.
The snake is in excellent condition with minor traces of wear due to its vintage age and use.
Stunningly beautiful, is a real treasure for your collection, a great gift for someone very special!Enjoy!
PLEASE, pay attention to the MEASURES given bellow:
Measures 38 cm not including the loop
Weight: 8gr.
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