Nepalese Pendant, Carnelian Prayer Box Late 1700s 1960s hand-carved needle case made

1960s hand-carved needle case made in Indonesia from local bamboo

the bead size varies but average size is 14mm long x 16mm diameter with 2mm hole

These were popular trade beads in both West Africa and North America in the 1700's

vintage belt part (24mm) from Thailand

1 3/8 inches from top-bottom

Nepalese Pendant, Carnelian Prayer Box Late 1700s 1960s hand-carved needle case madeThis solid pendant has a decorative bail for hanging, with additional ring to dangle something from. Sterling silver, handmade in the 1980's in Nepal. Measures 42mm top bottom x 31mm wide. Carnelian stones and lovely repossee patterns. 4mm opening for chain, or design a beaded necklace! This has an openable back for storing a prayer or some small relic. Beautiful!