Grey freshwater pearls - Adam's Tears

I offer at auction a spectacular LONG OPERA necklace of natural freshwater cultured pearls in gray tones. The entire necklace has been professionally hand-knotted with a knot between each pearl. The large clasp is made of 925 sterling silver. One of the most well-known ecclesiastical and popular traditions about the origin of dark pearls tells that after being expelled from the Garden of Eden, Adam and Eve bitterly cried over their sin. According to this legend: • Eve's tears gave rise to white pearls. • Adam's tears, laden with the weight of guilt, deep remorse, and humankind's pain, fell into the waters giving origin to gray and black pearls Material: Natural freshwater cultured pearls - VERY SPECIAL Color: Gray tones Pearl shape: Baroques / ovoid Pearl surface: Smooth with growth marks Pearl size: Approximately 14 to 12 mm - VERY LARGE Necklace length: 83 cm - can be worn long or in 2 turns - OPERA length Clasp: 925 silver - stamped "925" - large and solid NECKLACE HAND-STRUNG PROFESSIONALLY with a knot between each pearl Quality thread: silk and cotton blend Gift box and protective pouch The photos are part of the description The display bust measures 22 cm in circumference (not for auction) Freshwater pearls are a symbol of purity, whiteness, sublimity, wealth, health, expression, faith, secret knowledge, dedication; connections of fire and water; attribute of Christ and the Virgin Mary; approval of family happiness.

Estimate:£1.69

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