Description: 1970s vintage Heliotrope Chinese export bloodstone beggar bead necklace. The word “bead” takes its root from a combination of the Anglo-Saxon words “bidden” (to pray) and “Bede” (prayer). The word Bede, when spelled b-e-d-e, means "to beg." Saint Augustine said, "Humans are beggars before God." So "beggar beads" are a form of prayer beads used in talismans to protect the wearer against evil. March birthstone. Single strand. Opera length. Hand-knotted. Length: 34 inches Beads from 20 to 27 mm. in length Love it ♡ Get it ☆ Get Lucky 💋 Vintage
Price: 75 USD
Location: Miami, Florida
End Time: 2024-08-26T01:55:03.000Z
Shipping Cost: 5.25 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Antique: No
Color: Green
Year Manufactured: 1970-1979
Main Stone Color: Green
Material: Gemstone
Jewelry Department: Fine
Necklace Length: 34 in
Vintage: Yes
Main Stone: Bloodstone
Brand: Vintage
Type: Necklace
Department: Women
Era: Vintage 1970s
Style: Beaded, Statement
Original/Reproduction: Original
Chain Type: Ball/Bead