Vermont Collectible Jewelry

A unique, valuable and powerful Protection Amulet from Tibet A fine authentic old Tibetan or Central Asian seven eye agate Dzi Bead dating to the early to mid 20th century. This bead has been expertly fashioned using 18K gold into a custom setting. The bead measures 2 inches in width and the necklace totals 20" in length (10" each half of the black cord strand) . All our Dzi bead jewelry is artisan inspired & handcrafted from authentic Dzi beads and 18K gold. We will provide you with a certificate of authenticity. ( please view photo) This Classic barrel shaped bead was biconically drilled for suspension. Our naturally white banded and tapered agate bead dates to the early to mid 20th century as evidenced by the surface patina from appropriate age (photos). Our Dzi bead has a pattern of 7 white "heavenly eyes", considered one of the more sought after types of these beads. The middle part of this bead is thicker than the tapered ends which gives it a graceful curve. An unobstructed length wise hole runs through the centre of this lovely example. Hand carved: Ancient dzi beads are handmade, hand abraded and hand polished using tools...

Unique hand-carved jade flying eagle bird with 18 karat gold jewelry This is an authentic Chinese "Flying Eagle Bird” jade pendant expertly fashioned...

Contemporary New York artist Elena Lyakir's "The Oracle #3" Tumbled Pink Moonstone Pendant is part of her Armed With Ardor jewelry line. This one of a kind piece is made of hand scul...

Contemporary New York artist Elena Lyakir's "The Optimist" Opal Aura Quartz Pendant is part of her Armed With Ardor jewelry line. This one of a kind piece ...

Contemporary New York artist Elena Lyakir's "The Enchantress" Raw Cut Quartz Crystal Necklace is part of her Armed With Ardor jewelry line. This one of a kind piece is made of hand sculpted epoxy clay with gold patina and a resin finish, Russian raw cut quartz crystal with garnet and tiger’s eye detail and a vintage brass herringbone...

Contemporary New York artist Elena Lyakir's "The Magic Spell #1" raw-cut crystal necklace is part of her Armed With Ardor jewelry line. This one-of-a-kind...

Contemporary New York artist Elena Lyakir's "The Sorceress" clear quartz and tiger's eye necklace is part of her Armed With Ardor jewelry line. This one-of-a-kind piece is made of ha...

These are guaranteed authentic ancient Chinese jade bi discs in a wearable pendant size with cord from the Qijia culture, Northwestern China, circa 3000-2000 BCE. Includes a wooden storage box as shown. Includes our "Certificate of Authenticity". Photographed indoor and out- of- doors for your visual convenience. To worship heaven with a bi explains their importance and use in ancient Chinese culture. Make stunning jewelry pendants for yourself or as a unique gift. We will send you one of these genuine jade bi discs with cord and guarantee you will be pleased. Dimensions: largest is 1.75 inches diameter and each is accompanied by an 18 inch cord. Photographed indoor and out- of- doors for your visual convenience. A brief history follows. Note the stunning green and brown calcification and hues combination. We acquired these 20 years ago on one of our dozens of trips to China, northwestern China, Lanzhou area. Provenance: 1 Our private collection and accompanied by our Guarantee of Authenticity. 2 In addition, our jade bi have been authenticated by Mr. Gu Fang, Senior Fellow at the Center of Jadeology and Jade Culture in Beijing, (see photographs of Mr. Gu Fang with Mr. Schneible and certificate of authenticity with an additional photograph. History: Flat jade discs with a round central hole bi are among the earliest surviving artifacts of China and must be considered among great ancient art forms- masterpieces of the Neolithic period. Nephrite jade from which discs were fashioned is a prime hard and strong stone, arduous to work by hand using stone tools...

A unique, valuable and powerful Protection Amulet from Tibet A fine authentic old Tibetan or Central Asian six eye agate Dzi Bead dating to the Qing dynasty. This bead has been expertly fashioned using 18K gold into a custom setting. The bead measures 1.6 inches in length and the necklace is 20" in length. All our Dzi bead jewelry is artisan inspired & handcrafted from authentic old Dzi beads and 18K gold. We will provide you with a custom black gift box and certificate of authenticity. ( please view photo) Photographed in natural day light. This Classic barrel shaped bead was biconically drilled for suspension. Our naturally white banded and tapered agate bead dates to the Qing dynasty or earlier as evidenced by the significant surface patina from appropriate centuries old age (photos). Our Dzi bead has a pattern of 6 white "heavenly eyes", considered one of the most sought after types of these beads. The middle part of this bead is thicker than the tapered ends which gives them a graceful curve. An unobstructed hole runs through the centre of this lovely example. Hand carved: Ancient dzi beads are handmade, hand abraded and hand polished using tools of the time: bamboo, stone, water and stone dust. Notice the considerable and original surface patina on this example- evidence of considerable wear and good age. Dzi beads were considered magical in ancient and present times. They were sacred implements and emblems of Tibetan and other Asian cultures and are believed to hold magical properties bringing prosperity and protection to the owner. They are also thought to hold medicinal propertie as some examples may show surface abrasions - also good signs of authenticity- where small amounts of the stone was extracted and later ground into powder for local medicines. Precious Dzi beads were traded across the Asian continent. Dimensions: Our bead is 2 inches in length and .87 inches diameter. Our custom cord necklace features 18-karat gold settings and is 20" in length. Quality: Fine condition Provenance: Private Far eastern collection Story Of Dzi Beads Dzi beads are a type of stone bead of eastern origin worn as part of a necklace and sometimes as a bracelet. In several Asian cultures including Tibet, the bead is considered to provide positive spiritual protection and other health benefits. These beads are also generally prized as protective amulets and are sometimes ground into a powder to be used in traditional Tibetan medicine. Beads subject to this process have small "dig marks" where a portion of the bead has been scraped or ground away to be included in the medicine. Some dzi exhibit grinding and polishing of one or both ends, again the result of reduction for use in traditional Tibetan medicine or, in some cases, due to the bead's possible use as a burnishing tool in the application of gold leaf to thanka paintings or gilt bronze statuary. The most highly prized dzi beads are those of ancient age, made of natural agate a kind of chalcedony, a type of quartz like stone. These will show wear and use marks. While traditional, ancient-style beads are greatly preferred and most sought after, new modern-made dzi are gaining popularity as a more affordable alternative. Quite powerful for a small bead, genuine old, antique Dzi beads...

A unique, valuable and protective pair of antique earrings from Tibet A fine authentic old Tibetan or Central Asian pair of agate Dzi Bead earrings dating to the Qing dynasty. These beads have been expertly fashioned using 18-karat gold into contemporary custom settings. The beads measure 1.25 inches in length. All our Dzi bead jewelry is artisan inspired & handcrafted from authentic old Dzi beads and 18-karat gold. We will provide you with a custom black gift box and “Certificate of Authenticity”. ( please view photo) Photographed in natural day light. These Classic barrel shaped beads were biconically drilled for suspension. Our naturally white banded and tapered agate beads date to the Qing dynasty or earlier as evidenced by the significant surface patina from appropriate centuries old age (photos). Our Dzi beads have a pattern of "heavenly eyes". These beads are gracefully tapered. An unobstructed hole runs through the centre of these lovely examples. Hand carved: Ancient dzi beads are handmade, hand abraded and hand polished using Primitive tools of the time: bamboo, stone, water and stone dust. Notice the considerable and original surface patina on this example- evidence of considerable wear and good age. Dzi beads were considered magical in ancient and present times. They were sacred implements and emblems of Tibetan and other Asian cultures and are believed to hold magical properties bringing prosperity and protection to the owner. They are also thought to hold medicinal propertie as some examples may show surface abrasions - also good signs of authenticity- where small amounts of the stone was extracted and later ground into powder for local medicines. Precious Dzi beads were traded across the Asian continent. Dimensions: Our beads are 1.25 inches in length and .62 inches diameter. Quality: Fine condition Provenance: Private Far eastern collection Story of Dzi Beads Dzi beads are a type of stone bead of eastern origin worn as part of a necklace and sometimes as a bracelet. In several Asian cultures including Tibet, the bead is considered to provide positive spiritual protection and other health benefits. These beads are also generally prized as protective amulets and are sometimes ground into a powder to be used in traditional Tibetan medicine. Beads subject to this process have small "dig marks" where a portion of the bead has been scraped or ground away to be included in the medicine. Some dzi exhibit grinding and polishing of one or both ends, again the result of reduction for use in traditional Tibetan medicine or, in some cases, due to the bead's possible use as a burnishing tool in the application of gold leaf to thanka paintings or gilt bronze statuary. The most highly prized dzi beads are those of ancient age, made of natural agate a kind of chalcedony, a type of quartz like stone. These will show wear and use marks. While traditional, ancient-style beads are greatly preferred and most sought after, new modern-made dzi are gaining popularity as a more affordable alternative. Quite powerful for a small bead, genuine old, antique Dzi beads...

China, a finely carved antique celadon jade flying angel or "aspara". An Apsara, also spelled as apsaras is a type of female spirit of the clouds and w...

Unique 2500 year old jade and 18-karat gold jewelry To "Worship Heaven with a Jade Bi" explains their importance and use in ancient Chinese cul...