Medieval Viking Bead Vario Pendant with Silver Vario Chain

A medieval Viking "eye" bead sits in the center of the sterling silver chain as the focal point for this stunning necklace by designer Alex Sepkus. This ancient bead is from 9-10 A.D. and there are colorful and contrasting dots, which appear like "eyes". There is a dimensional aspect with peaks and valleys that rise and fall around the bead. Vikings used jewelry as a form of currency, trade, and as a bond between each other. Beads were valuable and the use of color was very important. Converted with a sterling silver Vario mechanism, the bead attaches to the center of the chain. This eliminates the need for a traditional clasp and the necklace is essentially continuous. A true relic to fall in love with and to adorn your life with. 

Cold Hard Facts:

• metal: oxidized sterling silver
• material: medieval Viking Bead, 9-10 A.D., converted into a Vario Bead
• chain width: 3.8mm
• bead dimensions: 15x13mm
• length of chain: 19 7/8"
• total length with Vario bead: 20 3/8"