Carnelian necklace with silver, turquoise, amber and old coral

A striking necklace featuring disc-shaped orange carnelian beads with a diameter of approximately 7 mm, playfully interspersed with amber, turquoise, and silver beads. A large, antique coral bead serves as the centerpiece. It has a circumference of 43 cm and fastens with a silver spring clasp. The necklace is handmade at Atelier Tibet in Zurich. 

Carnelian is a vibrant orange-red gemstone known for its energizing properties and is often used to boost creativity, courage, and a zest for life.

Amber is a warm, golden-yellow gemstone made of fossilized resin that is known for its protective and healing energy and is often used to promote joy, vitality, and positive energy. 

In Tibetan jewelry, turquoise is traditionally used as a symbol of protection, prosperity, and health, and is an important component of many spiritual and cultural amulets and pieces of jewelry.

Coral holds deep spiritual and cultural significance in traditional Tibetan jewelry. Red precious coral (Corallium rubrum) is particularly prized. Since Tibet is a landlocked highland region, coral was imported via centuries-old trade routes from the Mediterranean and Southeast Asia. Today, precious coral is strictly protected, which is why modern Tibetan jewelry pieces like this one are crafted from old, recycled coral.