Multi-Strand Seed Bead Necklace with Evil Eye Accents

This is a vintage multi-strand seed bead necklace, primarily featuring a vibrant combination of sky-blue and opaque black seed beads. The necklace consists of numerous individual strands, appearing to be at least 20-30 strands in total, which converge at the ends. The strands are not consistently blue or black but show a mixed pattern, with some sections predominantly blue, others predominantly black, and many appearing as alternating blue and black beads on a single strand. The construction suggests that the strands are tightly bundled at both ends, forming a more solid, albeit flexible, attachment point before fanning out into the main body of the necklace. At each end, near the clasp, there is a decorative element: a light blue, flat, circular bead with a darker blue or black 'evil eye' symbol depicted on it, set within a greyish-silvertoned metal cap or casing. The clasp itself appears to be a basic, possibly barrel-type or box clasp, made of a matching greyish-silvertoned metal, with some visible wear or tarnishing that gives it a vintage patina. The overall length of the necklace is difficult to ascertain from the image, but it appears to be a standard choker or princess length. The beads themselves are small and uniform, characteristic of seed beads, lacking any significant chips or cracks visible from the resolution provided, suggesting reasonable care over time. The craftsmanship, while appearing to be handmade, indicates a careful stringing of the multiple strands. There are no discernible maker's marks or signatures visible. The mixed color scheme and 'evil eye' elements suggest either a bohemian, ethnic, or protective amulet style, dating likely from the mid-to-late 20th century based on the 'vintage' context and bead characteristics.