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LHASA DREAMING - Tibetan Pendant African Turquoise Copper Necklace, Handmade
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LHASA DREAMING is an absolutely stunning handmade necklace that evokes the majesty of Tibet. Created with a handmade, two-sided Tibetan coin pendant, earthy African turquoise jasper, recycled glass and copper, it is a one of a kind beauty that looks marvelous on! The pendant was made from two Tibetan copper coins which were set in brass bezels with a rope design. Catherine of Shadow Dog Designs designed and created the LHASA DREAMING necklace.
The amazing fair trade Tibetan coin pendant is handmade by Tibetan refugee artisans who are now living in Nepal and trying to make a living. I love the idea that purchasing the pendant in some small way gave back to the artists. Look at the close up photos to see the fabulous detail in the coins and the bezel work! The symbol seen represents a right turning conch shell, a symbol that is very sacred to Tibetans. Used only for their religious ceremonies and rituals, they believe the spiraling movement to the right echoes the movement of the sun, the moon and the stars. Plus it is believed that the hair spirals on Buddha's head also spiraled to the right. The pendant is dome shaped and has a rich patina on it. Since the pendant has a wonderful rustic look to it, I wanted to use earthy colored beads to complement it. African turquoise jasper rounds were chosen because of the beautiful turquoise color with dark brown and black matix. I think the matrix highlights the intricate work of the pendant perfectly! The finish on the jasper is a semi-matte finish. Please be aware that "African turquoise" is not a real turquoise (even though you sometimes see it being sold as turquoise); it is actually a jasper.
Here is the important information for the LHASA DREAMING necklace:
+ Tibetan coin pendant: app. 22mm x 12mm; copper and brass
+ African turquoise jasper: app. 6mm
+ Recycled glass discs: app. 4mm x 3mm
+ Copper rectangle beads: app. 12mm x 5mm
+ Metal: mainly copper; brass on pendant
+ Clasp: toggle clasp; copper
+ Length: app. 18"/45.7 cm
+ Pendant drop: app. 1.25"/3.2 cm, including bail
SHADOW DOG DESIGNS
Unique Handmade Jewelry
for the Discerning Woman
SOLD - Artisan Handmade Necklaces with Pendants / Focals #1 - Shadow Dog Designs:
All of these designs have SOLD. My handmade earrings, necklace and bracelets are primarily one of a kind pieces of jewelry, with the exception of some Christmas and chakra earrings. If you see jewelry here that you love, please contact me and I will do my best to make you something similar - but it will never be exactly the same.
Shadow Dog Designs
Beautifully Unique Handmade Jewelry
for the Discerning Woman
