Vintage Tibetan-Style Carnelian Cabochon and Brass Link Necklace

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A distinctive vintage Himalayan-style necklace featuring a substantial oval carnelian cabochon suspended from a chain of brass rings, accented with … Read more A distinctive vintage Himalayan-style necklace featuring a substantial oval carnelian cabochon suspended from a chain of brass rings, accented with ruby-red glass trumpet-shaped beads.

The warm burnt-orange carnelian provides a rich focal point, complemented by the aged character of the brass and the vivid red glass accents. The necklace's unusual combination of materials and ring-link construction reflects jewelry traditions associated with Tibet and the broader Himalayan region, including Nepal and Bhutan.

Carnelian has long been valued throughout Asia for its warm coloration and its traditional associations with vitality, courage, and protection. The use of glass and metal alongside natural stones also reflects the importance of trade and decorative craftsmanship across the Himalayan region.

A beautifully individual piece with a sculptural, folk-art character, equally appealing as wearable jewelry or as part of a collection of regional adornments.

Dimensions

Necklace length: 18 inches

Pendant: 45 mm H × 30 mm W × 10 mm D

Materials: Carnelian, brass, and red glass.

Period: Vintage, likely mid-20th century; precise date unconfirmed.

Origin: Tibetan/Himalayan style; exact place of manufacture undetermined.

Condition: Excellent vintage condition as previously recorded, with age-appropriate character. See less