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.

Ladakh coral Headdress

headdress of coral, turquoise and amber original of a popular style that is faked alot. 19th c Ladakh
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  • Yes, I agree with everything you say here. This is an excellent example, as is ours, shown in *Ethnic Jewellery and Adornment* (and posted on Facebook); the modern ones are not unattractive, but quite "empty" by comparison. We have shown one such on Facebook as well, for comparison. Truus is very fond of yours and ours - it is one of her favourite pieces of jewellery, and one of mine too.

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