Agates from Brazil - Santa Águeda Stone (Fortaleza) - HIGH QUALITY - Necklace

I am auctioning a spectacular long Brazilian agate necklace; Santa Agatha stone (Symbol of Fortitude). The entire necklace has been hand-knotted with knots at every bead. This exclusive necklace, being very long, can be worn in many different ways, all very flattering depending on the occasion. The relationship of agate with Christianity is twofold: on one hand, it is mentioned as a precious stone in the Bible, and on the other, it is associated with the figure of Saint Agatha (Symbol of Fortitude). Material: pink, blue, purple, brown, yellow, gray... from Brazil - HIGH QUALITY Origin of the gems: Brazil Bead size: approximately 19 mm Size of black agate beads: approximately 3 mm Collar length: 138 cm - VERY LONG Hand-knotted professionally with knots at every bead Quality thread: silk and cotton blend Gift box and protective pouches Photos are part of the description The display bust has a diameter of 22 cm (not for auction) Santa Agatha of Catania Martyr and Patron Saint: Agatha (from Greek agathé, meaning 'kind') was a young virgin and martyr of the 3rd century in Sicily who suffered persecution for her Christian faith under Emperor Decius. Symbolism of Fortitude: Her story is an example of unwavering faith and steadfastness in the face of torture. She is the patron saint of Catania, and her intercession is invoked against volcanic eruptions (such as Mount Etna). She is also the patron saint of nurses and of people suffering from breast cancer, due to the tortures she endured.

Estimate:$56.26

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