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Head Ornament - Saudi Arabia

Posted by Peter Hoesli on January 24, 2017 at 4:34am
This head ornament is quite special. Very large, heavy and double sided with a rich number of dangles, including filigree decorated discs.
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  • Thelma January 24, 2017 at 10:49am

    Dear Peter, I am so pleased to see this. It really does look very special. Do you think it was worn as a single ornament or does it have a twin somewhere. It is gorgeous. Congratulations on finding it.

  • Peter Hoesli January 24, 2017 at 10:53am
    Dear Thelma. Many thanks for your comment. Yes, it is a single piece, worn by a married lady. It is very rich and heavy and especially double sided, which is usually not the case. I am still in Riyadh and might visit some shops later today... I have purchased some other beauties but will need to clean them first before posting. With kind regards. Peter
  • Betty January 25, 2017 at 4:36pm

    Very beautiful, Peter. My congratulations. I love the "all-over" granulation. Looking forward to seeing your other finds from Riyadh... Best wishes, Betty

  • Mostafa Makkey January 25, 2019 at 8:58pm

    ask for price

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