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Meerschaum Carved Beads Rare 15mm

Meerschaum Carved Beads Rare

$3.50

Rare White Meerschaum Carved Beads from Turkey. I had these rare beads for years and couldn't determine what they were. In my many years of dealing in beads and jewelry, these are the first Meerschaum beads I have ever had. Meerschaum is a variety of the mineral sepiolite usually found in Turkey. 

The beads are surprisingly light weight and are highly carved in a floral design. 

The name Meerschaum is the German word for sea foam (Meer, sea + Schaum, foam).  It is said that this designation was given because of the once held belief that it represented compressed whitecaps of waves in the sea;  its light weight and off-white color apparently led to this belief. The French call it 'écume de mer'. 

They have some minor yellowing and discoloration, which is to be expected in these beads. 

  • Size: several 
  • Sold Individually

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    Molly Baker
    nice beads

    very light, pretty beads

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    ckydesigns
    These are so fabulous.

    Fast shipping. These are so fabulous. I believe I have seen these before but did not know what they were. +++

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    S Beem
    Beautiful antique quality to these! Love them

    Beautiful antique quality to these! Love them

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    Butterflying
    Very unusual in texture and shape

    Very unusual in texture and shape----very happy with my purchase.

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    Robyn B
    Very lovely

    Very lovely, I have always wanted some Meerschaum beads, so these are perfect. Thank you for your fast shipment.


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