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Silver, OmanOrnaments:descriptionA splendid collector's item: a pair of earrings and chains ( head ornament) dating from the first half of the 20th century… the earrings (including hooks) measure 4,53 inches each. The loops weigh 128,20gr each. The name of this ornament is “ghalâmyât”. Thanks once more to my wife for playing the model wearring this unusual, spectacular and heavy ethnic jewel!Weight:402,6grwww.halter-ethnic.com
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