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Magnificent Vintage Choker Made of Deep Sea Coral, Italy ca. 1985


€ 3,980.00 *
Content 1 piece
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Magnificent Vintage Choker Made of Deep Sea Coral, Italy ca. 1985
Magnificent Vintage Choker Made of Deep Sea Coral, Italy ca. 1985
Description
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It is not only in the Mediterranean Sea where of jewelry-quality coral is found. These luxurious sea creatures, which have been processed into jewellery for centuries, also live in other oceans. In the depths of the Pacific Ocean, for example, there are various species of deep-sea coral whose beauty is hardly inferior to that of Mediterranean coral. Coral (shanhu, 珊瑚) is particularly important in Chinese culture. It belongs to the so-called eight auspicious treasures and symbolizes a long life and professional success. In ancient China, coral was believed to be an "iron tree" that grew under the sea and bloomed only every 100 years. The red color of coral made it a popular talisman, since in ancient China the color was considered a symbol of luck, wealth and joy. Thirty-five unusual large deep sea corals make up this vintage choker from the 1980s. The corals have been cut into side-flattened beads that are individually knotted in graduated strings. Each bead has an individual appearance and shows decorative color streaks and white zones, the so-called souls by which Pacific corals can be recognized. A large yellow gold spring clasp holds the necklace securely and makes it easy to put on. According to the hallmark, the necklace was made in Italy and then exported to Vienna. Worn close to the neck, the necklace is beautifully preserved. A truly gorgeous necklace made of Pacific coral, as they are hard to find more beautiful: A real feast for the eyes!
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Magnificent Vintage Choker Made of Deep Sea Coral, Italy ca. 1985
Pacific Beauties
€ 3,980.00 *
Content 1 piece
Incl. VAT, Shipping
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