Antique 24-strand seed bead necklace with coin clasp made from an old Indian coin, carnelian-colored glass beads, Schmuckrausch Vintage 0024

This exceptional antique seed bead necklace measures approximately 61 cm and has been worn for many years – the strong, even patina of the beads clearly testifies to their long use. The 24 strands consist of fine, carnelian-colored glass tubes, approximately 2 to 4 mm in diameter, whose warm, dark orange hue is very reminiscent of genuine carnelian. Such shades were particularly popular in many Gurung and Magar communities of the central Himalayas and were frequently used for festive as well as everyday jewelry. A special detail of this necklace is the original metal clasp, crafted from an old Indian coin – a traditional and cherished technique that symbolizes value, protection, and permanence. The beads originate from early European production in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and arrived in Nepal via historical trade routes. Weighing approximately 74 g, the necklace hangs harmoniously and represents an authentic fragment of regional jewelry culture with a very distinctive character.

This special antique seedbead necklace measures around 61 cm and shows clear signs of long wear – the strong, even patina of the beads reflects many years of use. The 24 strands are made of fine carnelian-colored glass tubes measuring approximately 2 to 4 mm, with a warm dark orange tone strongly reminiscent of natural carnelian. Such colors were highly appreciated among Gurung and Magar communities in the central Himalayas and were often used for jewelry worn both in daily life and on festive occasions. A distinctive feature of this necklace is its original metal closure, fashioned from an old Indian coin – a traditional and meaningful technique symbolizing value, protection and continuity. The beads originate from early European production dating to the late 19th and early 20th centuries and reached Nepal through historic trade routes. With a weight of around 74 g, the necklace drapes beautifully and preserves an authentic fragment of regional jewelry culture with a particularly characterful appearance.