Antique Mediterranean Red Coral Misbaha Subha 18k Gold Emerald Diamond 79.95g For Sale

Important Antique Mediterranean Natural Red Coral & Emerald Misbaha (Subha)Finely Handcrafted with 18k Gold Bullion Wirework, Rose-Cut Diamond Settings, and Hand-Drilled Natural Emerald Counter BeadsOffered here is an exceptional, museum-grade 19th to early 20th-century Islamic prayer rosary (Misbaha / Subha / Tasbih), representing a rare convergence of lapidary art and high-atelier goldsmithing. Estate-fresh and preserved in outstanding antique condition, this complete devotional strand exhibits significant mass, exceptional materials, and meticulous historic craftsmanship.  Key Specifications & Measurements Total Mass / Weight: 79.95 Grams (substantial, heavy-grade antique coral weight).  Strung Length: Approx. 21.5 Inches (folded double; approx. 43+ inches overall looped length).  Primary Gemstone: Natural Untreated Mediterranean Red Coral (Corallium rubrum).  Accent Gemstones: Hand-drilled Natural Emerald divider beads & Rose-Cut / Flat-Cut Diamond accents. 

Precious Metal: 18k Yellow Gold bullion wire wrapping, braided cord extensions, and custom settings.  Provenance & Period: Ottoman / Indo-Persian Trading Sphere, Late 19th to Early 20th Century (Circa 1880–1920).  Detailed Item Breakdown & Gemological Features1. Natural Mediterranean Red Coral (Corallium rubrum)The strand is composed of nearly 100 hand-shaped, sub-round natural red coral beads exhibiting a highly desirable, saturated "Oxblood / Salmon Red" hue. Close macro examination reveals the authentic, non-uniform growth striations and microscopic surface pores characteristic of genuine Corallium rubrum. The beads display no evidence of modern dye, plastic resin injection, or reconstitution—a rare quality for a complete antique set of this size and uniform graduation.  2. Natural Emerald & Diamond Gem SettingsInterspersed along the strand as primary marker/divider stations (imam and spacer positions) are hand-drilled natural emerald beads. These emeralds present a rich, vivid green hue with fine natural inclusions (jardin) confirming their untreated origin. The structural mounts joining the emerald stations incorporate delicate collet settings accented with rose-cut / flat-cut diamonds.  3. Master 18k Gold Bullion & Silk WireworkThe terminal extension, counter drops, and structural joins feature traditional 18k gold bullion wire hand-braided over silk cord (zardozi-style metallic thread technique). The end tassel terminates in a finely wound gold-wire woven finial bead, demonstrating the master metalwork of historic courtly ateliers.  Collector's Note & Condition Report Condition: Excellent antique condition with light, natural age-appropriate patina to the gold mounts and silk threading. All coral beads remain intact without major fractures or structural losses.  Authenticity Guarantee: Guaranteed 100% authentic late 19th / early 20th-century craftsmanship with genuine natural red coral, natural emeralds, natural diamonds, and 18k gold elements.