Bakhmut 1 1/2" wide Gerdan collar of white and bronze seed beads 10x16 Size Small

Size  Small

Ukrainian artist Nina Lapchyk 's use of coral beads builds on the antique Ukrainian custom that these necklaces were endowed with magical properties- bright beads meant that a woman was strong and healthy

handcrafted this 18" round coral bead necklace with silver spacers and silver adjustable clasp

size : 88" L  x 18" W

Commemorative envelope and stamp 40 year anniversary of The Ukrainian Museum 1976-2016  plus Nine (9) non canceled stamp sheet with Commemorative larger stamp of Ukrainian Museum 40th Anniversary

Bakhmut 1 1/2" wide Gerdan collar of white and bronze seed beads 10x16 Size SmallIn Ukraine, necklaces were not just adornments but also carried deep symbolic significance. The most widespread types are Gerdans . Bakhmut Creative Workshop "Oberih" supports craftspeople from Bakhmut and co ordinates projects to safeguard and promote traditional Ukrainian arts, crafts and cultural heritage in eastern Ukraine. After Bakhmut was destroyed by Russia, the artisans became displaced throughout Ukraine, but they continue their work and