A digital archive showcasing the extensive collection of jewellery and adornment images shared on the former Ethnic Jewels Ning site over the years. These images have significantly enriched discussions on cultural adornment and its global dispersion.

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Silver, gilded with fire, cornalines, TurkmenistanDescription:From "Tekke" tribe, this chest cloth ornament is covered with silver - gold with fire and cornalines beads.This is also a collector's piece (19th century) but still wearable due to its dimensions...This ornament is remarkable and very rare at that quality level! Beautiful engravings and very nice patina of use...Weight:106grDiameter::4,17inchwww.halter-ethnic.com
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