Antique Collectible Sudurus Komboloi with Sterling Silver 925 – 33 Beads

Antique Collectible Sudurus Komboloi with Sterling Silver 925 – 33 Beads

This antique collectible Sudurus komboloi is a distinctive handmade piece crafted from old Egyptian Sudurus beads and sterling silver 925. The beads display warm brown and honey tones, with subtle variations that highlight the aged character of the material. Their small size, elegant proportions and carefully selected silver details create a refined komboloi with a strong connection to traditional craftsmanship.

Old Sudurus beads are associated with the production period between 1880 and 1940, when these distinctive materials were produced in workshops across the East and the Arab world. Today, old Sudurus beads are increasingly difficult to find and are particularly appreciated by collectors and enthusiasts of traditional komboloi.

Sudurus was produced from a distinctive mixture of mastic powder, frankincense, amber and Bakelite, blended with turpentine. This composition gives the material its characteristic texture, warm colour palette and distinctive sound as the beads move against one another during use.

This particular komboloi consists of 33 beads plus a papa bead. The main beads measure approximately 7.7 × 7.3 mm, creating an elegant and relatively slender design. Their pleasing uniformity contributes to a smooth and balanced flow during use, while the warm brown and honey shades reveal subtle tonal variations depending on the light.

The komboloi is finished with carefully selected sterling silver 925 components, which add a subtle shine and create an elegant contrast with the warm tones of the old Sudurus beads. At the end of the komboloi, a distinctive handmade sterling silver bead provides an additional decorative detail and beautifully completes the design.

The total length of the komboloi is approximately 28.5 cm, while its total weight is only 19.7 grams. The small beads and low overall weight create a flexible komboloi with a light and comfortable feel in the hand.

This antique collectible Sudurus komboloi combines the history and distinctive character of old Egyptian Sudurus beads with careful handmade craftsmanship and refined sterling silver 925 details. It is an excellent choice for collectors, enthusiasts and anyone who appreciates authentic old komboloi with a unique connection to the past.