Handmade Carnelian and Silver Tribal Necklace

This is a handmade, tiered tribal-style necklace featuring natural carnelian beads and decorative silver metal accents. The piece is constructed with single-strand sections of round, translucent orange carnelian beads, interspersed with ornate, multi-strand clusters of smaller carnelian beads that create a textured, grape-like effect. The metal elements consist of oval-shaped, floral-patterned silver-toned beads and small spherical spacer beads, which show significant oxidation and a dark patina consistent with age or a high copper content in the alloy. The construction uses a traditional bead-weaving technique for the central clusters, suggesting artisan or folk-craft origins, possibly from Central Asia or a similar ethnic jewelry tradition. The necklace features a simple hook-and-eye or barrel-style closure at the top. Condition-wise, the stones appear well-preserved with natural inclusions, while the metal components exhibit heavy tarnish and surface wear. The irregular shapes and asymmetrical arrangement of the clusters further emphasize its handmade nature. The overall style is reminiscent of mid-20th-century ethnic statement jewelry, valued for its artisanal quality and raw, organic aesthetic.