Early 20th Century Afghan Turkomon Necklace - Lapis Lazuli - Metal - Necklace - Turkoman Tribal Necklace Length: 28 in - Total Weight: 86 G

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This necklace represents traditional Turkoman tribal craftsmanship from Afghanistan, dating to the early-to-mid 20th century. Features lapis lazuli pendant, ruby … Read more This necklace represents traditional Turkoman tribal craftsmanship from Afghanistan, dating to the early-to-mid 20th century. Features lapis lazuli pendant, ruby glass trade beads and wooden beads, brass spacers, and metal beadwork. The distinctive metal beadwork, known as 'gurbaka' or 'hollow beads,' combined with the culturally significant lapis lazuli makes this piece particularly desirable to those interested in the material culture and adornment traditions of Afghanistan's nomadic peoples. Item is 26 inches long, with additional 2 inch lapis lazuli pendant with hanging bell tassels.
The use of lapis lazuli is particularly significant as Afghanistan has been the primary source for over 6,000 years, with mines in the Badakhshan province producing the highest quality lapis in the world.
Turkoman tribal jewelry holds special appeal for collectors of Central Asian artifacts, ethnographic jewelry, and ancient trade See less