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old Ethiopian bracelet - 5

Another view from the side, with the hinge and the original closing pin. Province of Tigray,Northern Ethiopia, made before 1945P.S.I heard that it possibly originates from the Yemen. But it was collected in Tigray, perhaps it has been imported a Long time ago.
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  • Ohh Stunning! I love this too!
  • @Thank you Akkie. Oh, I have to tell you, I just bought another of these bridal pendants (the ones we were talking about earlier). It is similar to the one shown, but the decoration is different. I do not have it yet. Back to the bracelet - is really beautiful and very old, I just wish it were a bit wider. In summer (when it is hot it is too tight for me to wear..... it fits, but tight, so I will wear it only in cold weather).

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