Vintage Uzbek Ethnic Earrings, Central Asia
Beautiful vintage high-grade silver earrings, made in Uzbekistan in the first half of the 20th century. These hoop earrings have silver and coral beads and fasten with a traditional clasp. In very good vintage condition for their age. Collectible or check the 1.6 mm ear hook width for wearability. You could add a simple ear hook if you prefer to wear them this way. Stunning!
Date:
First half of the 20th century
Material:
High-grade silver & coral
Dimensions:
Wire width: 1.6 mm
3.6 cm (h) x 3.75 cm (w)
Total weight:
15.8 g (pair)
Ref:
EAR-730
References:
Van Cutsem, A. and Magliani, M. (2001) Boucles d’oreilles: D’Afrique, d’Asie, d’Amérique de la collection Ghysels. Milan, Paris: Skira; Seuil, p. 88
Abdullaev, T., Fakhretdinova, D. and Khakimov, A. (1986) A song in metal: Folk art of Uzbekistan. Tashkent: Gafur Gulyam Art and Literature Publishers, p. 209