Ethnic jewelry elements - Afghanistan (No reserve price)

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Three Ethnische Schmuckelemente from Afghanistan, dating to the early 20th century, comprising a large silver-coloured neck/torso ornament with coloured glass stones and movable fringe, a large pendant and a rectangular element, sold with stand, in excellent condition.

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Description from the seller

There are 3 pieces of jewelry for sale.


1
Large ethnic necklace or chest jewelry piece made of a silver-colored metal alloy.
Richly decorated with colored glass stones in red, green, blue and yellow, as well as numerous movable chain-and-bead fringes.

2.
Large trailer

3.
rectangular jewelry element

The pieces were crafted by traditional handwork and impress with their solid construction and expressive ornamentation. The combination of colored glass inlays and movable elements gives the jewelry a strong visual presence.

Such pieces were not only worn as jewelry, but also served as expressions of status and cultural identity. Today they are highly sought-after collector's and decorative objects.

Good age-related condition.
There are signs of age and wear, as well as an even patina, that emphasize the authentic character.
No structural damage is detectable.
The glass stones are fully in place and firmly set.
Please note the photos as part of the description.

neck and chest jewelry

Width: approx. 27 cm
Length: about 15 cm
Weight: approx. 430 g

Large trailer
Width: approx. 6 cm
Length: approximately 18 cm
Weight: 100 g

rectangular jewelry element

Width: about 8 cm
Length: approximately 11 cm
Weight: approx. 75 g

There are 3 pieces of jewelry for sale.


1
Large ethnic necklace or chest jewelry piece made of a silver-colored metal alloy.
Richly decorated with colored glass stones in red, green, blue and yellow, as well as numerous movable chain-and-bead fringes.

2.
Large trailer

3.
rectangular jewelry element

The pieces were crafted by traditional handwork and impress with their solid construction and expressive ornamentation. The combination of colored glass inlays and movable elements gives the jewelry a strong visual presence.

Such pieces were not only worn as jewelry, but also served as expressions of status and cultural identity. Today they are highly sought-after collector's and decorative objects.

Good age-related condition.
There are signs of age and wear, as well as an even patina, that emphasize the authentic character.
No structural damage is detectable.
The glass stones are fully in place and firmly set.
Please note the photos as part of the description.

neck and chest jewelry

Width: approx. 27 cm
Length: about 15 cm
Weight: approx. 430 g

Large trailer
Width: approx. 6 cm
Length: approximately 18 cm
Weight: 100 g

rectangular jewelry element

Width: about 8 cm
Length: approximately 11 cm
Weight: approx. 75 g

Details

No. of items
3
Country of Origin
Afghanistan
Period
Early 20th century
Material
metal
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Excellent condition
Title of artwork
Ethnic jewelry elements
Weight
425 g
Provenance
Private collection
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Private

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