Antique Ethiopian Engagement Pendant Necklace with Amber

This necklace wound up in my hands by way of my husband's father who had it in his antique shop many many years ago. After showing it to the fine folks at Bally Bead (experts in African trade beads) here in Texas they estimated it to be 100 years old. All metal is Ethiopian (African) silver and strung on newer cording with barrel amber. This beautiful necklace is long, about 32" around. There are 20 amber barrel beads that measure 17mm x 22mm each. Between the amber are smaller silver prayer beads measuring 10mm x 14mm (21 total). The pendant is large and represents the Bible. It measures 2" x 4" and is hung from 2.375" of heshi. Its decoration symbolize the cross. The attached tassels consist of 12 bugle-shaped tube pendants that hang about 1.75" from the prayer box. These symbolize the 12 Apostles. Three of the bugles have the roped decoration and represents the Trinity. On the back side there is some flawing in the metal but is stable. All in all it is in excellent condition without any broken or loose solder points. It has a lot of character, to be sure; and I am very proud to offer it to you whether you love unique ethnic artifacts for your own wearing pleasure or whether you are a serious collector.