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Kurdish necklace - detail of central ornament

Posted by Dagmara Haładaj on December 7, 2016 at 1:20pm

Note the bangles in the shape of oak (?) leafs and coin with lion and the sun. It's 1 Iranian rial, dating to 1943-1951.

Comments

Betty December 7, 2016 at 6:36pm

The little dangles make all the difference - I also like the large ribbed jump rings.
Dagmara Haładaj December 7, 2016 at 7:28pm

I am happy that you like it, Betty. The details are very charming.
Peter Hoesli December 9, 2016 at 4:44am

This is a gorgeous piece Dagmara. Same as Betty already mentioned, the Ribbed rings and the dangles make all the difference! An elegant jewel! Congratulations! Peter
Dagmara Haładaj December 9, 2016 at 8:14am

Thank you Peter. Yes, it is very elegant so I wear it on very special occasions.. I had it on my neck during admissions for PhD studies. First question from the exterminator was "Could you tell us more about this jewel you are wearing..?"

I passed all the exams, maybe thanks to these two amulet boxes which are hanging on sides...?