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NECKLACE - KARAK JORDAN

Posted by Peter Hoesli on June 4, 2015 at 7:53pm
A traditional Niello necklace from Kerak in Jordan. This necklace is featuring a very special chain with filigree balls. Also, the paper with the prayers, etc. are still inserted in the necklace.
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  • Mustafa J. Salem June 5, 2015 at 9:22am

    very nice neillo work and the prayer's place is a symbolic feature.  Very nice necklace Peter. I am sure it is quite rare as well.

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