Handmade Collectible Sudurus Komboloi with Sterling Silver 925 

Handmade Collectible Sudurus Komboloi with Sterling Silver 925

This collectible Sudurus komboloi is a distinctive handmade piece crafted from old Sudurus beads and sterling silver 925. The beads immediately stand out for their warm colour variations, ranging from bright ochre and honey tones to deeper shades of orange and brown. Their individual variations, darker markings and visible signs of age enhance the authentic vintage character of the komboloi.

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, making them particularly interesting to collectors and enthusiasts of traditional komboloi.

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

This particular komboloi consists of 21+2 beads, with dimensions ranging from approximately 10.4 × 11.8 mm to 12 × 14 mm. The subtle differences in size, colour and appearance from one bead to another are part of the unique identity of the old material, giving the komboloi an authentic and individual character.

The komboloi is finished with carefully selected sterling silver 925 components. The cool shine of the silver creates an elegant contrast with the warm ochre, honey, orange and brown shades of the Sudurus beads, while allowing the old material to remain the dominant feature of the design.

The total length of the komboloi is approximately 30.5 cm, while its total weight is 34.7 grams. Its relatively compact dimensions and balanced weight provide a comfortable feel in the hand and allow the beads to move pleasantly during use.

This collectible Sudurus komboloi preserves the distinctive appearance and historical character of the old beads while combining them with careful handmade craftsmanship and sterling silver 925. A unique piece for collectors, enthusiasts and anyone who appreciates old traditional komboloi with genuine character and a connection to the past.