Fire amber stone rosary with silver karkosha

About the Turkish Ottoman Rosary

The rosary industry is one of the oldest in Turkey. Perhaps the most prominent individuals who cherished rosaries were the sultans, scholars, and the elderly in the past. Today, rosaries, including those with silver beads made of precious stones and adorned with Ottoman letters and symbols, have become one of the most prominent items cherished by the Turkish and Arab people, especially among the youth.

Turkish rosaries are famous for featuring a stunning array of rare beads and stones. These include amber, morning light, onyx, olive wood, moon eye, and coke wood, as well as opal and turquoise. Among these, the stone of ease is the most expensive. Amber, with its yellow and yellowish-white hues, is among the finest types, particularly the rarer variety that tends to be blackish with a reddish color. These precious stones are sometimes accented with genuine 925 silver.

The Turks have been using rosaries since the fourteenth century. They are widely used by men, serving not only as a tool for facilitating dhikr but also as an accessory in mosques for worshippers to use.

The rosary holds a special place in the hearts of Turks as a craft, a trade, and a companion for many men who carry it with them during their travels. Throughout Turkey’s history, the rosary has acquired a special place in the public consciousness, transcending religious or group affiliations to become a common heritage in Turkish life.

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