Tibetan Turquoise Stone Ceremonial Necklace

Baroque · 1700s · Tibetan

A substantial Tibetan necklace featuring graduated oval turquoise stones set in dark metal bezels, likely silver or copper alloy. The turquoise exhibits natural matrix veining in black and brown. Each stone is individually framed and connected by twisted wire links. The necklace includes cylindrical spacer beads with geometric patterns between the larger turquoise elements. The construction shows traditional Himalayan metalworking techniques with hand-forged settings. A cord closure system suggests practical wear for ceremonial purposes. The turquoise varies in size from smaller end stones to larger central focal pieces, creating visual weight and hierarchy typical of Tibetan jewelry design.