Rare, vintage Turkoman heart shaped pendant with a classic Turkoman bead soldered to the top. 1.75 inches wide by 2.75 inches long
One large teardrop shape lapis cab and 3 smaller ones, background fire-gilded with granulation detail throughout - all in all a very nice and unusual piece.
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Add a few more Turkoman beads and some lapis for a ready. made necklace!
Turkoman jewelry is characterized by its large scale, the use of fire-gilding on silver, granulation, and sinuous lines full of meaning to those who have studied the culture. Traditionally only carnelian stones were used, but now some lapis lazuli, black onyx and even turquoise is incorporated, mostly for export.
The nomadic Turkoman people have traditionally migrated throughout Central Asia, Iran and Afghanistan since the 11th century, finding new grazing for their herds of goats, sheep, horses and camels. They are known for their carpet making skills, and fabulous jewelry for humans and animals. Today many have settled and become farmers in Turkmenistan, but other groups try to maintain their nomadic lifestyle.
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