Vintage balamuti shop Mother-of-Pearl MOP Gemstone Beads Necklace

Product Name: Vintage balamuti shop Mother-of-Pearl MOP Gemstone Beads Necklace
Beautiful rare Vintage balamuti mother of pearl bead necklace Beautiful hand cut / made mop beads have a shimmery deep glow and charming individual shop characteristics Spring ring clasp is goldtone No chips or damage to any of the beads Very beautiful color of cream and white Mother of Pearl polished round beads. Very long at 24 inches. Impressive classical necklace. Turn of the century (circa 1890-1910) Necklace from Ukraine “balamuti“. Similar necklaces were worn as part of traditional costumes in Bulgaria, Poland, Russia, and other neighboring countries. Hand carved and in beautiful condition. The general scarcity of these beads makes them very desirable given that they were once an important element of folk costumes Super appreciate you checking out Mermaids and Cashmere! Follow my Mercari shop so you don't miss out on fabulous new pieces! Jan @MermaidsandCashmere 2023.