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VIANA BEADS
Inspired by the oldest type of adornment, Viana Beads borrow the name of the city of Viana do Castelo to describe one of the most unmistakable models of Portuguese jewelry.
VIANA BEADS
Inspired by the oldest type of adornment, Viana Beads borrow the name of the city of Viana do Castelo to describe one of the most unmistakable models of Portuguese jewelry.
Did you know that the young women of Viana do Castelo had the ambition to own a necklace full of Viana Beads? As this tradition implied a huge investment, the Beads were bought one by one with the money they could save with the sale of eggs and chickens, or with gifts from family members on festive occasions. Portugal Jewels recovers this history with a selection of jewelry with Viana Beads so that you can celebrate all your conquests.
Did you know that the young women of Viana do Castelo had the ambition to own a necklace full of Viana Beads? As this tradition implied a huge investment, the Beads were bought one by one with the money they could save with the sale of eggs and chickens, or with gifts from family members on festive occasions. Portugal Jewels recovers this history with a selection of jewelry with Viana Beads so that you can celebrate all your conquests.
HISTORY OF THE VIANA BEADS
The bead is the type of adornment most common to all cultures and the oldest of all. It is thought that in ancient times it would serve as a protective charm before becoming a mere ornament. The first beads were made of simple materials, which were easily accessible, such as shells and small stones, but with metallurgy came the first metal specimens, such as gold or silver.
Gold, for its intrinsic characteristics, became the most desirable of raw materials for the creation of this type of jewelry. The earliest beads were simple solid spheres, pierced so that a thread could be passed and worn around the neck. With the development of forging, we began to find more complex examples.
In Portugal there are several types of beads, although those from Viana are the most famous; they have their roots, like most other types of Portuguese beads, in Greek hollow beads, perforated and with exterior decoration.
In Portugal there are several types of beads, although those from Viana are the most famous; they have their roots, like most other types of Portuguese beads, in Greek hollow beads, perforated and with exterior decoration.
Like the Heart of Viana, the beads also borrow the name of the city of Viana do Castelo in their description, although they are produced in the town of Póvoa do Lanhoso and in the city of Gondomar.
Young girls from Viana do Castelo had the ambition of owning a necklace full of gold Viana Beads, but as this tradition implied a huge investment. The beads were bought one by one with the money they could save with the sale of eggs and chickens, or in some cases with gifts from family members on festive occasions, such as birthdays and first communions. For these reasons you could rarely find a necklace that was complete, unlike what we find for sale in jewelry stores today.
HISTORY OF THE VIANA BEADS
The bead is the type of adornment most common to all cultures and the oldest of all. It is thought that in ancient times it would serve as a protective charm before becoming a mere ornament. The first beads were made of simple materials, which were easily accessible, such as shells and small stones, but with metallurgy came the first metal specimens, such as gold or silver.
Gold, for its intrinsic characteristics, became the most desirable of raw materials for the creation of this type of jewelry. The earliest beads were simple solid spheres, pierced so that a thread could be passed and worn around the neck. With the development of forging, we began to find more complex examples.
In Portugal there are several types of beads, although those from Viana are the most famous; they have their roots, like most other types of Portuguese beads, in Greek hollow beads, perforated and with exterior decoration.
Like the Heart of Viana, the beads also borrow the name of the city of Viana do Castelo in their description, although they are produced in the town of Póvoa do Lanhoso and in the city of Gondomar.
Young girls from Viana do Castelo had the ambition of owning a necklace full of gold Viana Beads, but as this tradition implied a huge investment. The beads were bought one by one with the money they could save with the sale of eggs and chickens, or in some cases with gifts from family members on festive occasions, such as birthdays and first communions. For these reasons you could rarely find a necklace that was complete, unlike what we find for sale in jewelry stores today.
MANUFACTURING PROCESS
1.
Viana Beads are composed of two hollow half-spheres, which are successively hammered into molds until they reach the desired curvature.
1.
Viana Beads are composed of two hollow half-spheres, which are successively hammered into molds until they reach the desired curvature.
2.
Small holes are made to not retain air inside and where later a chain or loop can be passed.
3.
The two halves are welded together to form a sphere.
4.
Finally, its exterior is decorated with several filigree circles with a granite in the center in the same type of material.
MANUFACTURING PROCESS
1.
Viana Beads are composed of two hollow half-spheres, which are successively hammered into molds until they reach the desired curvature.
2.
Small holes are made to not retain air inside and where later a chain or loop can be passed.
3.
The two halves are welded together to form a sphere.
4.
Finally, its exterior is decorated with several filigree circles with a granite in the center in the same type of material.
Use your first bead to remember that great achievements are won one small victory at a time.
VIANA BEADS
19.2KT GOLD
The Portuguese Gold Collection, made in 19.2Kt gold, is a selection of traditional Portuguese jewelry. Portuguese gold is among the purest in the world and is certified by the Portuguese Mint Office.
Discover our 19.2kt gold Viana Beads jewels.
VIANA BEADS
19.2KT GOLD
The Portuguese Gold Collection, made in 19.2Kt gold, is a selection of traditional Portuguese jewelry. Portuguese gold is among the purest in the world and is certified by the Portuguese Mint Office.
Discover our 19.2kt gold Viana Beads jewels.
VIANA BEADS
19.2KT GOLD
The Portuguese Gold Collection, made in 19.2Kt gold, is a selection of traditional Portuguese jewelry. Portuguese gold is among the purest in the world and is certified by the Portuguese Mint Office.
Discover our 19.2kt gold Viana Beads jewels.
