Old mediterranean red coral beads Pectoral necklace WADJ. Yemen. Bedouin Tribal Necklace, red coral and silver pearls
$225.36 $300.48
Antique mediterranean red coral beads pectoral necklace - WADJ - from Yemen.
Mediterranean coral traded to Yemen was normally combined with silver beads and pendants in traditional necklaces.
For many cultures the red color of coral and its organic characteristics gives it a propitious character and power against evil. It is also believed that coral is efficient against illness for the wearer.
AGE: early 20th century
MATERIAL: silver, coral
SIZE: 420 mm (see photos)
WEIGHT: 190 grams
GENERAL CONDITION:
Good condition, with high quality work.
Good wear of age and use.
THE REFERENCES:
- A world of necklaces, Anne Van Cutsem, 2000, SKIRA, p.166
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