Moonstone, turquoise and coral necklace

Fine necklace with lenticular moonstone beads with a diameter of 5 mm. It has single turquoise beads and a slightly larger, old coral bead. It has a circumference of 39 cm and is opened with a silver spring clasp. The necklace is handmade in Atelier Tibet in Zurich.

Moonstone is a shimmering gemstone known for its calming energies and is often seen as a symbol of intuition, femininity and emotional balance.

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 jewelry.

Coral has a deep spiritual and cultural significance in traditional Tibetan jewelry. The red precious coral (Corallium rubrum) is particularly prized. In combination with turquoise and silver, coral beads are a characteristic element of Tibetan prayer beads(malas), amulets and ritual jewelry. As Tibet is a landlocked highland, coral was imported from the Mediterranean and the Southeast Asian region via centuries-old trade routes. Nowadays, precious coral is strictly protected, which is why modern Tibetan jewelry such as this is made with old, recycled coral.