Pair of long hair pins with two dragons - 16 cm MIAO - HMONG 21 g - Laos - Hmong Miao

Superb pair of long hairpins with two dragons - 16 cm MIAO - HMONG 21 g
Ethnic low-karat silver alloy
Late 19th century, early 20th century
Sold as is - See photos
Presented and delivered in a linen gift pouch with drawstring

21 grams for 105 carats
Dimensions: L 16 cm x W 2.5 cm
Dragon heads: 35 mm x 25 mm

Origin from the dispersion of the Germain Berthel private collection (1920-1998) acquired in 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 via Colissimo post, registered with signature and insurance.
Items are pre-packaged as soon as they are listed on CATAWIKI
Order consolidations are therefore not possible

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Please be present or arrange delivery of your order.
For obvious security reasons, this delivery is made by registered mail with insurance and signature required.
If you have not signed for receipt, the order will be returned to me.
If it is returned, I can make a second shipment if you cover the return shipping costs.

Note: If you are not present at delivery, your mail carrier will not leave a notice, and will mark your address as incomplete to save time.

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Miao Hmong jewelry are traditional handcrafted pieces worn by the Miao and Hmong populations, ethnic groups mainly present 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 usually adorned with intricate motifs and traditional symbols important 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 passed down from generation to generation, bearing witness to the history and cultural heritage of these communities.

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

Miao Hmong jewelry can come in different forms such as necklaces, bracelets, earrings or headdresses. Each piece is unique and demonstrates the talent and creativity of the artisans who make them.

Over time, Miao Hmong jewelry has also acquired a tourist dimension, becoming coveted objects for collectors and lovers of traditional culture. This has helped bring these pieces to light and preserve this important aspect of the cultural heritage of the Miao and Hmong.

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