Carnelian on silk “pearl-knotted” necklace

Carnelian on silk “pearl-knotted” necklace.  Sterling silver lobster style clasp.

Pearl knotting is a jewelry-making technique where a tiny knot is tied between each pearl on a string, preventing the pearls from rubbing against each other and ensuring that if the strand breaks, only one pearl will fall off; this is achieved by threading the pearls onto a fine silk thread and securing each pearl with a small overhand knot, adding both security and aesthetic appeal to the piece.