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Amulet necklace. Northern Afghanistan, ca. 1950-1975.

Posted by Jean-Marie Criel on August 5, 2016 at 3:27am

Amulet necklace from northern Afghanistan, ca. 1950-1975. Partly gilt silver and lapis lazuli. Featuring both Kazakh and Kuchi style elements. Length of the chain: 42cm; the pendant/box is 4 cm wide and can be opened. (Inv.n° müç190 - Kavak Costume Collection, Antwerpen/Belgium).

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Jean-Marie Criel August 5, 2016 at 3:30am

Another close-up of the amulet box.

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