Antique Indian Sterling Silver Wrapped Wax Bead Necklace. Indian Tribal Jewelry

Description

Beautiful vintage Indian sterling-over-wax graduated beaded necklace.
These beads, often called "dholki" beads ( drum shaped ) or "borimala" in India, are a traditional style of tribal or ethnic jewelry, particularly from the Gujarat and Maharashtra regions.
The beads are created by wrapping a thin sheet of high grade silver over a core of wax or lac (a type of natural resin), which makes the large beads lightweight. The beads are then hand-stamp into place which makes the unique shape of each bead in texture and appearance, a black cord or thread is used to thread the beads.
This necklace was purchased in 1990's and stored away. Pictures show you each and every angle, no hidden damages. I have cleaned and polished the beads for you and the necklace will arrive in a new box for gifting or resale.
Weighs: 5.8oz
Measures: 25" L

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Condition is good.

Origin:
India

Materials & Techniques:
Sterling Silver, Wax

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Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Condition is good.

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Antique Indian Sterling Silver Wrapped Wax Bead Necklace. Indian Tribal Jewelry

Lot 0597

Estimate $250-$740

Jun 28, 2026, 6:29 PM EDT

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