Idar Oberstein Arrow carnelian trade beads & Lapis Lazuli Vintage Rare necklace.

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Idar Oberstein old carnelian arrow trade beads with blue triangular lapis lazuli gemstone pendants rare African handmade necklace.


Beautiful handmade necklace with very old carnelian Idar Oberstein African trade beads and blue Lapis.


7 old banded arrow carnelian beads measuring approximately 24mm to 30mm. These are ancient beads that have traveled many continents and may have some chips or cracks.


The round ancient banded carnelian spacer beads measure approximately 8mm to 11mm.


8 old triangular Blue Lapis Lazuli gemstone flat beads are approximately 24mm x 32mm.

Small blue rectangular lapis lazuli gemstone beads 10mm used as spacers.


The total length of this necklace is 23” and has a silver hook clasp closure.


In Ancient Rome Lapis lazuli was most highly prized for its strong aphrodisiac properties, while in the Middle Ages people believed that this crystal relieves one's soul from the burden of sin. In antiquity, it was regarded as a holy stone, a universal symbol of wisdom and truth. For thousands of years, Lapis lazuli has been treasured for its intense blue colour.

Lapis Lazuli helps bring awareness of the soul and your spiritual purpose in life. For the Egyptians it was the great pyramids. For you, it's whatever your heart desires. And although we may walk different paths than our ancestors, our destinations are the same--to walk into the light of divine purpose. In the words of philosopher Carl Jung, "Who looks outside dreams. Who looks inside awakens." If you are drawn to the cool and soothing colors of this vibrant stone, it could be a sign that you need a fresh start. Climb out of the abyss with Lapis Lazuli crystal properties and bring tranquility and spiritual renewal into your life.


Located at the southwestern edge of Germany, ldar-Oberstein is the historic stone-cutting of Europe.


The industry was originally based on local deposits of agate, jasper, rock crystal and amethyst but beginning in the 19th century, all kinds ofrough gemstones began to be imported from around the world.


A great deal of this success was based on the manufacture of agate beads.

This not only discusses the history of the industry, but also provides in-depth information concerning the techniques and tools used in beadmaking and drilling.


Idar-Oberstein is a small town of roughly 50,000 inhabitants in a narrow, picturesque valley in the HunsrUck Mountains on the very western edge of Germany. It is located in the state of Rheineland- Pfalz, about 110 km southwest of Frankfurt am Main.


Idar and Oberstein were originally two separate towns, each conducting its own unique business in the gem and jewelry industries. Idar was the gem cutting center and Oberstein was known for its jewelry manufacturing.


Oberstein has long been only one of many jewelry-manufacturing centers in Europe, but Idar has had few rivals in the gem-cutting field. In 1933 The two towns were consolidated into one.

The gem-cutting region of Idar-Oberstein is now made up of the city itselfand many small hamlets that dot the surrounding hills.

Idar-Oberstein is widely recognized within the gemstone industry as the most significant European cutting center for gemstones other than diamonds.

Records show that gem cutting in the general region dates back to the 14th century.








  • Condition: New without tags
  • Pendant Shape: Arrow Triangular
  • Closure: Hook
  • Occasion: Wedding, Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, Graduation, Engagement, Christmas, Birthday, Anniversary
  • Main Stone Color: Carnelian Gemstone
  • Metal: Handmade
  • Secondary Stone: Lapis Lazuli
  • Necklace Length: 23 in
  • Main Stone: Lapis Lazuli And Carnelian
  • Vintage: Yes
  • Department: Unisex Adults
  • Style: Beaded
  • Features: Stackable, Reversible, Nickel-Free
  • Handmade: Yes
  • Ethnic & Regional Style: Trade African Beads
  • Signed: No
  • Color: Orange Earthybrown And Blue Lapis
  • Sizable: No
  • Material: Idar Oberstein
  • Certification: Handmade
  • Brand: Mbtreasurecreations
  • Type: Necklace
  • Jewelry Type: Necklaces
  • Metal Purity: Ancient Carnelian Trade Beads
  • Customized: No
  • Theme: Art, Beauty, Bohemian, Ethnic
  • Tribal Affiliation: African Trade
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany And Africa
  • Country of Origin: Germany And Africa
  • Wholesale: No

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