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Temple Ornaments with incorporated Necklace - Bulgaria

This ornament was attached to the head gear.
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  • Dear Peter,

    I think the chain would hang under the chin.  This kind of jewel is called ‘gıdıklık’ in Turkey/Anatolia (= ‘the thing that tickles’ the chin).  I wonder if Bulgarians have a specific name for it; I would expect they have.  Kind greetings, JM.

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