Rare Karakalpak cast silver bracelet. Antique Uzbek tribal bangle. Central Asia ethnic jewelry
Antique cast silver bracelet from the Aral delta of Uzbekistan, a region that is also known as Karakalpakstan.
The Karakalpak people live along side Khivan Uzbeks in the south and Kazakhs in the north, as well as Yomut Turkmen who inhabit the western border.
This particular style of Karakalpak bracelet is called quyma bilezik.
AGE: early 20th century
MATERIAL: Not stamped, tested positive as high grade silver
SIZE(diameter): 59 mm (see photos)
WEIGHT: 103 grams
OVERALL CONDITION:
Very good condition, with high quality workmanship.
Good wear from age and usage.
REFERENCES:
- A World of Bracelets, Anne Van Cutsem, 2003, SKIRA, p.154
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