Bracelet with Colorful Blue Antique White Heart and Chevron Beads, Turquoise Clasp

This bracelet is crafted by connecting various colorful blue antique white heart beads, chevron beads, and more. The colorful blue tubular beads are antique beads known as White Hearts, named for the white core visible when they are cut open. These are Venetian beads from around the 19th to 20th century. You can enjoy a spectrum of vibrant blues and turquoise blues. Blue White Heart beads are rare and highly sought-after. Included are even rarer pieces with a striped pattern. The deep red beads are "kin'aka" White Hearts, colored using gold. The turquoise blue beads are antique Venetian beads called Chevron beads. These feature a distinctive four-layer structure. The term "Chevron" means "mountain shape" in English (in Italian, they are called Rosetta). Revered as the "aristocrats" of beads, they hold significant value and meaning. Turquoise blue Chevron beads, in particular, are exceptionally rare and difficult to find! Blue Chevron beads have also been incorporated. The semi-transparent beads, one placed near the clasp and others interspersed throughout the bracelet, are Indopacific beads. The origins of Indopacific beads are said to date back to the 2nd century BC. These particular beads are archaeological finds from Indonesia, dating back to approximately the 10th century – over 1000 years old! The golden beads and the anchor-like charm beside the ancient agate bead are made of old Orissa brass. These are old and rare beads originating from the state of Orissa in India. The charm near the clasp is also old brass from India. Each small Karen silver bead near the clasp is individually stamped! It's truly astounding to imagine each one being meticulously handcrafted. ◇ Karen Silver ◇ This silver is crafted by the hill tribes living in Thailand and Burma. Each piece is handmade, and the silver is said to be of very high purity. The clasp is made of turquoise (Turquoise size: 1.2cm diameter). Connected with waxed cord, the bracelet may feel slightly stiff initially but will become supple with wear. Size Length: Approximately 19.5cm (when laid flat) Inner circumference: Approximately 17.8cm Materials: Glass, Karen Silver, Silver, Turquoise, Old Orissa Brass, Waxed Cord