Rare Vintage Cherry Cognac Faturan Bakelite Tasbih 171.8g Zafran Honey Vein 33B For Sale

RARE VINTAGE CHERRY COGNAC FATURAN BAKELITE TASBIHCOLLECTOR GRADE — HEAVY 171.8g — JUMBO 15.4mm — TRANSPARENT VEINED — ZAFRAN HONEY VEIN — SPIDER-WEB PATTERNA distinctive collector’s tesbih featuring rich Cherry Cognac Faturan, jumbo capsule-cut beads, impressive transparency, and intricate internal patterns. The complete piece weighs 171.8 grams, including its elaborate handcrafted sterling silver 925 tassel.KEY SPECIFICATIONS* Material: Genuine Antique German Faturan Bakelite / Sıkma Kehribar - Original Old Stock Bakelite (Phenolic Resin Base)
* Turning: Vintage turning with original capsule-cut bead workmanship
* Total Weight: 171.8 grams, including tassel
* Tassel Assembly Weight: 30.0 grams
* Bead Count: 33 beads plus imam
* Bead Size: Approximately 14.7–15.4 mm
* Largest Measured Bead: 15.4 mm
* Cut: Barrel / capsule cut (Kapsül Kesim)
* Color: Cherry Cognac, deep cherry red, honey-orange under transmitted light
* Finish: High-gloss, mirror-like polish
* Tassel: Handcrafted sterling silver 925 components with decorative Faturan beads and Ottoman-style coin pendantsCHERRY COGNAC COLOR AND TRANSPARENCYThe beads display different tones under different lighting conditions:* Outdoor sunlight: Rich cherry-red and cognac tones with a luminous appearance.
* Indoor lighting: Deep cherry red and dark blood-red coloration.
* Transmitted light: Glowing cognac, honey-orange, and fire-orange tones, with deeper red edges.Light passes through the beads, revealing their transparency and internal color variations. The photographs document the tesbih outdoors in sunlight, indoors under normal lighting, and under a light source behind the beads.DISTINCTIVE INTERNAL PATTERNSZafran / Honey Vein — Bal DamariThe imam displays a contrasting honey-golden line within the cherry-red material, creating an attractive saffron-like detail.Spider-Web VeiningFine, pale, feather-like lines form spider-web patterns in selected areas.Wood-Grain VeinsLongitudinal brown and honey-colored lines run through the red material, adding depth and visual texture.Cognac Swirl and Vortex PatternsWarm orange-cognac swirls appear within the darker cherry-red background, becoming more noticeable under transmitted light.Drill-Hole DetailsYellowish residue is visible around some drilled areas. The close-up photographs show these details for direct examination.BEAD WORKMANSHIPThe tesbih features vintage turning with a barrel / capsule cut (Kapsül Kesim) and a glossy, highly polished surface. Slight variations in bead dimensions reflect the individual character of the original turning.The beads measure approximately 14.7–15.4 mm, with the largest measured at 15.4 mm. Please refer to the caliper photographs for the measurements shown.IMAM DETAILThe imam features an Istanbul-style vase cut with double-line detailing. Its cherry-red material displays a contrasting Zafran honey vein alongside wood-grain and spider-web patterns, creating a distinctive focal point.HEAVY OTTOMAN-STYLE STERLING SILVER 925 TASSELThe handcrafted tassel assembly weighs 30.0 grams complete, including its decorative components.Features include:* Sterling silver 925 components.
* Floral-engraved silver caps.
* Ornate filigree vase-shaped centerpiece.
* Central engraved silver ball.
* Two matching transparent, veined Cherry Cognac Faturan beads from the same tesbih, finished with decorative floral silver caps.
* Two silver spacers and two matching Faturan beads positioned above the vase-shaped centerpiece.
* Three decorative hanging chains, each featuring an engraved silver ball.
* Three Ottoman-style Qirsh coin pendants featuring Eagle and Tughra designs.
* Intricate handcrafted filigree detailing throughout the assembly.The matching Faturan accents, detailed silverwork, and Ottoman-style coin pendants complement the jumbo Cherry Cognac beads.Total tesbih weight: 171.8 grams, including the complete tassel assembly.CONDITIONExcellent collector condition, with a glossy finish and no visible cracks or chips. The string is tight. Slight variations in bead dimensions are present and shown in the photographs.PHOTOGRAPHSThe photographs show the actual tesbih under sunlight, normal indoor lighting, and transmitted light. Additional close-ups document the internal patterns, transparency, imam, drilled areas, bead measurements, tassel workmanship, coin pendants, and weight.Please examine all photographs carefully to appreciate the color variations, internal details, craftsmanship, and overall presentation.A substantial Cherry Cognac Faturan tesbih featuring antique material, vintage turning, jumbo transparent beads, distinctive internal veining, a Zafran honey detail, and an elaborate sterling silver 925 tassel.