Necklace - Silver - Laos - Early 20th century

Hmong silver neck ring, worn by this ethnic minority inhabiting mainly SW China, Vietnam and Laos. This is a small piece worn probably by a child.

High-grade silver.

This neck ring has a spirit lock suspended from it. Spirit locks are believed to lock the spirit or soul into the body in case of illness or accident, thereby providing the wearer with powerful protection against physical harm.

From the beginning of the XXth Century or earlier.


Dimensions:

Total length: 26,5 cm
Size of the neck ring: 14,5 x 15 cm
Gap of the neck ring: 7 cm
Size of the soul lock pendant: 4,5 x 6 cm

Weight: 245 gr.