Traditional necklace with ebony, rudraksha, turquoise and coral

Featuring an antique, silver-set rudraksha as its central element, flanked by an antique coral bead and a turquoise bead, and strung on a chain of 5-mm-thick ebony beads, this piece embodies the quintessence of Tibetan jewelry tradition. Both its color palette and choice of materials make it a classic of Himalayan culture. The necklace measures 45 cm in circumference, fastens with a silver spring clasp, and is handcrafted at Atelier Tibet in Zurich.

Rudraksha seeds have been sacred beads used in spiritual practices in India and Nepal for centuries. Set in silver, they form the centerpiece of this piece, which combines meditation, protection, and inner clarity with time-honored craftsmanship.

In Tibetan culture, coral is considered a symbol of life energy and protection against harm. Its warm, red hue brings vitality and strength to the piece of jewelry—only beads from old necklaces are used, as coral is strictly protected today.

Turquoise is arguably Tibet’s most significant gemstone, revered as the stone of the heavens, of balance, and of the safe path. Its luminous blue-green hue creates a harmonious contrast and opens the piece to a spiritual dimension.

Finally, ebony symbolizes depth and grounding; its dark simplicity highlights the colors and shapes of the central elements. As the foundation, it lends the necklace a sense of calm, balance, and a clear rhythm.