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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.

Kuchi/Swat Mina Bracelet with Matching Ring.

Posted by Frankie Carter on March 7, 2012 at 6:08pm

I am unsure of the exact origin of the ring but the seller described it as having the front formed from a part of an Uzbek belt. I know the seller has a workshop in Istanbul where the products show the results of what must be Afghan workers.Knowing Kuchi jewellery to be often made from other parts, I`ve assumed the shield shapes have similar origins.

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