Antique Mediterranean Red Coral Misbaha Subha Silver Tassel Carved Imam 52.05g For Sale

Important Antique Mediterranean Natural Red Coral Misbaha (Subha)Finely Hand-Carved Coral Imam with Traditional Silver Kazaz-Style Braided TasselOffered here is an authentic, estate-fresh late 19th to early 20th-century Islamic prayer rosary (Misbaha / Subha / Tasbih), featuring unenhanced Mediterranean red coral beads, an individually hand-carved coral imam header, and hand-woven silver metalwork. Preserved in remarkable antique condition, this complete devotional strand showcases rich organic color, classical proportions, and period silversmithing. 
Key Specifications & Measurements Total Mass / Weight: 52.05 Grams.  Strung Length: Approx. 20.5 Inches (folded double; approx. 41+ inches overall looped length).  Primary Gemstone: Natural Untreated Mediterranean Red Coral (Corallium rubrum).  Header (Imam): Hand-Carved Natural Red Coral cylindrical baluster.  Tassel & Metalwork: Braided Silver / Silver-Alloy Wire Tassel (Kazaz / Trabzon woven technique).  Provenance & Period: Ottoman / Middle Eastern
Region, Late 19th to Early 20th Century (Circa 1890–1930).  Detailed Item Breakdown & Gemological Features1. Natural Mediterranean Red Coral (Corallium rubrum)The strand consists of a complete sequence of hand-shaped spherical red coral beads displaying a rich, vibrant salmon-to-oxblood orange-red colorway. Under close inspection, the beads reveal natural growth ring striations and subtle microscopic grain structure, confirming genuine organic origin. The coral is entirely un-dyed, un-filled, and free of synthetic treatments or plastic resins.  2. Hand-Carved Solid Coral Imam (Primary Header)At the head of the strand sits a long, hand-lathed and carved solid coral imam (primary header pillar). The imam exhibits fine turned rings and a smooth taper, carved from a single dense branch section of natural coral.  3. Antique Silver Wire Tassel (Kazaz Craftsmanship)Extending from the header is an authentic antique silver-wire braided tassel constructed using traditional hand-knitted metallic thread techniques (Kazaz / Kazaziye style). The tassel is finished with a woven silver knot terminal housing a matching red coral anchor bead.  Collector's Note & Condition Report Condition: Outstanding antique condition. The coral beads retain a smooth, soft aged polish with natural surface characteristics. The silver wirework demonstrates a desirable, authentic dark patina appropriate for age.  Authenticity Guarantee: Guaranteed 100% authentic late 19th / early 20th-century period piece with natural, untreated Mediterranean red coral and period hand-knitted silver wirework.