Silver Strand of Beads

Half-moon pale grey pendants with dotted edges, lined up on fuzzy violet wool.

This is a strand of beads. It is coin silver. Coin silver is silver alloyed with copper for strength, and it has long been used for jewelry and amulets. Each bead is a shield or half-disc shape, engraved with curved lines and a beaded border. Bands of plain pale grey alternate with thick, slightly frayed purple wool. The surfaces are scuffed and softly tarnished.

Elegance, with a touch of knitwear.