19th century or before, Berber, Morocco
These old Berber coral beads were hand picked and arranged by Jewels. It’s nearly a day’s work before even weaving the coral between each, another day’s work. The amber is the classic Moroccan type, opaque and buttery. These are the materials of wealth and beauty, the combination very traditional among the Berber, Tibetans and us, Jewels’ followers. The image on the model seems to show the beautiful colors best.
One of a kind
Amber bead: just under 1″
Necklace length: 19″
A note about our woven cords. We weave these by hand, every one of them. Like all Jewels’ work no two are exact, as each of us. The work is labor intensive. When warmed to the skin the cord becomes more supple, conforms to the wearer, hangs at it should; the necklace transforms more than just a necklace. It becomes her or him.