Ear Spool Pair - Miao - China (No Reserve Price)

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Pair of nickel silver Miao (Hmong) ear spools from Southwest China, mid‑20th century, in good condition; front diameter 3.2 cm, back 2.4 cm, thickness 1.8 cm, height 3.2 cm, width 3.2 cm, depth 1.8 cm; weight 74.6 g.

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A pair of nickel silver Miao (Hmong) Ear Spools or Gauge Earrings.
South-West China - Mid 20th century.


Diameter = 3.2 cm (front) & 2.4 cm (back)
Thickness = 1.8 cm
Weight = 74.6 g

In the traditional sense, Miao silver material is not pure silver; it is a unique type of silver metal specific to the Miao ethnic group, with a more complex composition that includes silver, cupronickel, nickel, etc. The silver content generally varies from 20%~60%, mainly depending on the raw materials.

Good condition. Normal traces of age and use.
Please take a careful look at all photos for a good impression.

Insured shipping.
Can also be collected in Ghent, Belgium.

A pair of nickel silver Miao (Hmong) Ear Spools or Gauge Earrings.
South-West China - Mid 20th century.


Diameter = 3.2 cm (front) & 2.4 cm (back)
Thickness = 1.8 cm
Weight = 74.6 g

In the traditional sense, Miao silver material is not pure silver; it is a unique type of silver metal specific to the Miao ethnic group, with a more complex composition that includes silver, cupronickel, nickel, etc. The silver content generally varies from 20%~60%, mainly depending on the raw materials.

Good condition. Normal traces of age and use.
Please take a careful look at all photos for a good impression.

Insured shipping.
Can also be collected in Ghent, Belgium.

Details

Ethnic group/ culture
Miao
Country of Origin
China
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
Nickel Silver
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Ear Spool Pair
Height
3.2 cm
Width
3.2 cm
Depth
1.8 cm
Weight
74.6 g
BelgiumVerified
1848
Objects sold
100%
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