Designer Yak Bone Necklace, Handmade in Nepal
| Gross Weight: | 0.1 kg (0.22 lbs) |
| Material: | Bone Jewelery |
| Iconography / Artist: | Bone Necklace |
| Craft Origin: | Kathmandu Valley, Nepal • Ancient Heritage Technique |
| Cataloged On: | Mar 23, 2015 |
Bone Necklace
Bone necklaces come in various styles and lengths, from simple and understated to bold and elaborate. Some necklaces feature a single bone charm or pendant, while others incorporate multiple bone beads or charms. Many bone necklaces also include decorative elements like colorful beads, stones, or metals.
Bone necklaces make excellent gifts for those who appreciate unique and meaningful jewelry, and are a great way to support local artisans and culture. They can be worn with a variety of outfits and for various occasions, adding a touch of elegance and uniqueness. Overall, a bone necklace is a beautiful and meaningful addition to any jewelry collection.
Centuries-Old Lost-Wax Metal Casting
Each sculpture at Handmade Handicraft is crafted using the ancient cire-perdue (lost-wax) technique, a craft perfected over a millennium by the Newar artisans of Patan. The process begins with sculpting beeswax and Himalayan tree resin by hand. A multi-layered clay mold is formed around the wax, which is melted away in the furnace, creating a void that is filled with molten red copper or bronze.
24K Mercury Gilding
Applied with pure gold leaf and fused using fire gilding for an ethereal sheen that endures for generations.
Cold-Gold Face Painting
The sacred facial features and serene gaze of deities are carefully rendered with powdered cold gold and natural pigments.
Hand-Chiseled Detailing
Intricate robes, mandalas, and jewels are carved by hand with miniature steel chisels and devotion.
Door-to-Door Worldwide Express Delivery
Since 1976, we have shipped thousands of delicate sacred statues and handicrafts across North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia with an exceptional track record of safe delivery.
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Express Carriers: We partner with DHL Express, FedEx International, and licensed Air Cargo freighters with end-to-end tracking.
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Museum-Grade Packaging: Each piece is wrapped in moisture-resistant vapor barriers, thick high-density foam cushioning, and reinforced export cartons or custom wooden crates for large statues.
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100% Transit Insurance: All international shipments are fully insured against loss or damage during transit.
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Customs Clearance & Documentation: Includes official Nepal Archaeological Department export clearances certifying modern non-antique artisan status for hassle-free customs clearance.
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