Description: This vintage lotus blood red carnelian prayer beads, an intact set, is a beautiful addition to any collection. These have stayed intact since their purchase in 1958 in Tibet by a Japanese woman; provenance will be made available to the buyer. These deep blood red carnelians are 24 inches long by themselves; the remaining cording is 22 inches and the tassels add another approximately 4 1/2 inches with the fringe. A could of the beads have natural inclusions; several have beautiful "eyes." These. in this condition, are a rare find for collectors of Buddhist artifacts. The beads are perfect for use in meditation and prayer, or simply as a decorative piece. With their unique design and historical significance, they are a must-have for anyone interested in Buddhism or spirituality. Don't miss your chance to own this stunning set of prayer beads. Note that the books are not for sale; it's a shot of one shelf in my reference collection. Research these; they're worth the price. Or make an offer I can't refuse. Be sure to look at my other items because I combine as many items as I can safely pack in one box. It saves a bundle on postage, especially on beads and other small items. I charge no fees other than what the USPS charges for postage, regardless how many separate listings are purchased by you. If the total weight makes the USPS charge more, then I do pass that along to you. I typically choose to uses USPS Ground Advantage but if I think the small things are worth it, I’ll charge Priority; you can always ask that I adjust the invoice. Please realize that the USPS doesn’t recognize “fragile” anymore, but I pack very well. 3 different clerks have told me “we don’t have a fragile class of mail.” Sorry, no returns. Here's a note about my bead collection - it includes examples from vintage to ancient, dating from the 1950s back to 22,000 BCE. Documentation is reference to established research through published literature, journals, books, photographs, and scientists. Holding antique beads make me think of the hands of generations, their meaning as talismans, religious protection, their use as money, their origins, and the people who held them before me. If you want to see if I have others not yet listed, send a message through eBay and I'll list them and let you know when I list them. I'm not permitted to do "side deals."
Price: 999.95 USD
Location: Grand Junction, Colorado
End Time: 2024-12-08T00:05:18.000Z
Shipping Cost: 11 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Religion: Buddhism
Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
Handmade: Yes
