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Fine twisted silver torque from Swat valley 04.03.1836

This is a fine twisted silver torque with a central medallion, with two inserted red glass pearls. It is thought that this type of torque was originally made in the Swat Valley in North Pakistan and brought westwards to the Kafirs in Afghanistan. Our pieces have been collected in the Swat valley.

  • Ref.:04.03.1836
  • Size:Diameter int.: 105 - 110 mm; Opening: 85 mm; Diameter of medaillon: 55 mm
  • Weight:240 gr

Category

  • Hindukush Jewelry 04.03Central Asia - Hindukush 29.05Indian Subcontinent 29.07
  • ORIENTAL JEWELRY 04REGIONAL GALLERIES 29

Origin

  • Hindukush/Himalaya
  • PAKISTAN
  • KafirsSwati

Material

  • White metal, silver content not tested

Quality

  • Collectible (fine or rare example of an object)Excellent overall conditionJewelry for collection or exquisite wearing.

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