• Natural Black Branch Coral Bead Necklace
• Exquisite natural black branch coral beads ca. 1940 - 60 from Indonesia cut into branches and graduated rounds and rondelles used as highest level prestige and heirloom dowry beads in Java Indonesia.
• Believed to ward off evil spirits and absorb any negative energy keeping the wearer safe from harm. Gold or golden coral are also naturally occurring variations and colorations believed to ensure wealth and prosperity
• Strand Length : Approx. 30"
• Bead Size Approx. : 7 x 16mm to 20 x 19mm