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COLLECTOR-GRADE VINTAGE GERMAN MISKE FATURAN KALKASI GALAXY TASBIH – 99.5gA distinctive vintage Miske Faturan tasbih featuring a striking Kalkasi Galaxy appearance, with rich cappuccino, honey, caramel, amber, deep burgundy and milky-white coloration flowing throughout the strand.The beads display exceptional individual pattern variation, with contrasting internal tones and natural swirling formations that create depth and visual movement throughout the piece. Under natural sunlight, the coloration becomes particularly vibrant.MATERIAL & ERAMaterial: Vintage German Miske Faturan / phenolic Bakelite, attributed as old German material based on observable characteristics and commonly used collector terminology.Era: The material is attributed to old German production, while the bead turning and craftsmanship are attributed to the 1970s based on construction style, material characteristics and collector knowledge.This piece is offered as a vintage collector item and is not represented as newly manufactured.COLLECTOR HIGHLIGHTS• SUBSTANTIAL 99.5g TOTAL WEIGHT – Including the tassel
• 35 MAIN BEADS – Barrel-shaped with distinctive individual pattern variation
• 38 TOTAL BEAD COMPONENTS – 35 main beads, 1 Imam and 2 spacers
• KALKASI GALAXY APPEARANCE – Rich cappuccino, honey, amber, burgundy and milky-white coloration
• VINTAGE MISKE CHARACTER – Smooth polished surface with pronounced depth and color variation
• VINTAGE 999 FINE SILVER TASSEL – Filigree tassel with 3 Ottoman-style coin charms, tested as 999 fine silver
• BARREL CUT – Approximately 14 × 13.5mm, measured with calipers
• INDIVIDUAL CHARACTER – Each bead displays its own distinctive coloration and patternSPECIFICATIONSMaterial: Vintage German Miske Faturan / phenolic Bakelite
Material Attribution: Old German production
Pattern: Kalkasi Galaxy
Main Beads: 35
Imam: 1
Spacers: 2
Total Bead Components: 38
Bead Size: Approx. 14 × 13.5mm barrel
Total Weight: 99.5g including tassel
Tassel: Vintage filigree tassel with 3 Ottoman-style coin charms, tested as 999 fine silver
Construction: Hand-strung vintage tasbih
Turning/Craftsmanship: Attributed to the 1970sCONDITIONVintage collector condition with natural age-related character and light handling marks consistent with age.The beads have been preserved in their existing condition. No artificial coloring has been applied to the beads. Minor surface character, natural variations and differences in individual bead coloration are part of the character of this vintage strand.The beads have a smooth, warm feel when handled, consistent with characteristics commonly observed in vintage Faturan material.WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE• 35 Main Miske Faturan Galaxy Beads
• 1 Imam
• 2 Spacers
• 1 Vintage Filigree Tassel with 3 Ottoman-style Coin Charms
• The exact tasbih shown in the photographs and videosWeight and measurements are taken from the actual piece being offered.AUTHENTICITY & DESCRIPTIONThis listing describes the piece according to its observable material characteristics, construction, coloration, condition and commonly used collector terminology.The Miske Faturan material and historical era are collector attributions based on material characteristics, construction style and available collector knowledge. The piece is not represented as newly manufactured or newly reproduced.The three coin charms are described as Ottoman-style based on their design and appearance and are not represented as authenticated historical Ottoman coins.A highly distinctive vintage collector piece combining substantial weight, complex coloration, individual bead variation and a striking Kalkasi Galaxy appearance, complemented by a vintage filigree tassel with three Ottoman-style coin charms tested as 999 fine silver.
