This necklace brings the mystique of the night sky to your jewelry collection. This 38-inch long necklace, handmade by Tibetan artisans in Nepal and India, features about 29 bead strands in black, grey, and white, evoking the serene beauty of a starlit night. It's a versatile accessory that adds a touch of elegance to any outfit.
- Length: 38 inches; Drop length about 8 inches
- Colors: Black, Grey, White
- Design: Bead strands resembling a night sky
- Crafted by Tibetan artisans
design: A long, multi-strand necklace of roughly 29 fine seed-bead strands banded in black, grey, and white, divided by rows of small brass-tone accent beads, with an open drape that falls to about an 8-inch point at center.
size: 38 inches long; drop length about 8 inches.
material: Glass seed beads (black, grey, and white) with brass-tone metal accent beads.
features: Multi-strand bead design, approximately 29 individual strands, banded color pattern, brass-tone spacer beads, 38-inch drape length
care: Store flat or hanging away from other jewelry to prevent tangling, and avoid contact with perfume, lotion, and water.
disclaimer: As each necklace is hand-strung, the exact bead count, strand spacing, and drape may vary slightly from piece to piece.
The Story
Multi-strand seed bead necklaces like this one are a long-standing form of adornment in Tibetan dress, where strands of small glass or stone beads are layered and banded to build volume and rhythm rather than relying on a single large focal piece. The banded structure here — solid dark strands giving way to pale strands and back again, each transition marked by a row of brass-tone beads — echoes the way Tibetan beadwork traditionally organizes color in blocks along the length of a strand.
This piece is made by Tibetan artisans working in Nepal and India, home to some of the largest Tibetan communities outside Tibet. Beadwork and stringing skills passed down within these communities remain a practical trade as much as a cultural one, adapted here into a contemporary statement necklace while keeping the multi-strand, banded construction recognizable as its source.
Each strand is hand-strung one at a time, with beads sorted by color and size before stringing so the black, grey, and white bands line up consistently across all 29-odd strands. The brass-tone beads that mark each color transition are threaded in individually to keep the bands crisp, and the strands are then gathered and finished by hand so the necklace hangs with an even, cascading drape rather than a stiff or uneven line.
Craft & Materials
- Made In: Nepal and India
- Craft Tradition: Tibetan multi-strand beadwork
- Ideal For: Someone who wants a bold, texture-rich statement piece for a plain neckline
- Wear It With: Wear over a simple black or neutral top or dress to let the banded beadwork stand on its own
- Purpose: Everyday statement wear, evening or dressed-up occasions, layering over solid-color tops
- Metal: Brass-tone accent beads
Questions & Answers
How long is this necklace?
It measures 38 inches in total length, with a drop of about 8 inches at the front.
What are the beads made of?
The strands are made of small glass seed beads in black, grey, and white, accented with rows of brass-tone metal beads.
Who makes this necklace?
It's handmade by Tibetan artisans working in Nepal and India, who hand-string each of the roughly 29 strands.
Will every necklace look exactly the same?
Small variations in bead placement and strand drape are normal since each piece is strung by hand, not machine-made.
How should I care for it?
Keep it away from moisture, perfume, and lotion, and store it flat or hanging separately so the strands don't tangle.
