Pair of two traditional Miao-Hmong cuff bracelets, 80 g, ethnic silver - Laos - Hmong Miao

Superb pair of 2 BRACELETS, traditional Miao-Hmong cuff bracelet, 2 x 40 g
Traditional craftsmanship among the Miao Hmong in ethnically low-karat silver
Late 19th century, early 20th century
Sold as is - See photos
Presented and delivered in a red or green bronze linen gift pouch with cord
Weight 40 g x 2 = 80 g for 400 carats
Dimensions: Diameter 65 mm x 60 mm x 18 mm

Origin: from the dispersion of the Germain Berthel private collection (1920-1998) acquired around the 1950s
A collectible piece that has become rare and not to be missed.

Original, used material, sold as is and having undergone no restoration.

Fast and careful shipping by Colissimo La Poste, registered with signature and insurance.
Items are pre-packaged as soon as they are listed on CATAWIKI
Order consolidations are therefore not possible

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Please be present or make arrangements for the delivery of your order.
For obvious security reasons, this delivery is made by registered mail with insurance and with a signature required,
If you do not sign for receipt, the order will be returned to me.
If it arrives back, I can resend it a second time if you cover the return shipping).

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Miao Hmong jewelry are traditional artisanal pieces worn by the Miao and Hmong populations, ethnic groups mainly found in China, Vietnam, Laos and Thailand.
These jewelry pieces hold great cultural and symbolic importance for these communities.

Miao Hmong jewelry are often made of silver, a metal considered precious and symbolizing wealth, protection, and prosperity.
These pieces are frequently adorned with complex motifs and traditional symbols significant to the Miao and Hmong, such as dragons, flowers, butterflies, or birds.

They are worn on special occasions such as weddings, festivals, and religious ceremonies.
They are also handed down from generation to generation, bearing witness to the history and cultural heritage of these communities.

The manufacturing process of Miao Hmong jewelry is often very complex and requires significant artisanal know-how. Artisans shape the silver by hand, using traditional techniques transmitted through generations.

Miao Hmong jewelry can take many forms such as necklaces, bracelets, earrings, or headdresses. Each piece is unique and reflects the talent and creativity of the artisans who make them.

Over time, Miao Hmong jewelry has also gained a tourist dimension, becoming items prized by collectors and lovers of traditional culture. This has helped to raise awareness of these pieces and preserve this important aspect of the cultural heritage of the Miao and Hmong.

In conclusion, Miao Hmong jewelry are far more than mere accessories; they are symbols of cultural identity and the heritage of the Miao and Hmong people. Their beauty, symbolism, and history make them unique and valuable pieces, for both those who wear them and those who admire them.