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Afghan Nomad Garnet Earrings

Antique silver earrings from the nomads of Afghanistan in the form of a hoop with hand-braided thread and a decorative pendant with red glass.
Origin: Afganistan
SKU: KL-1523
Antique silver earrings from the nomads of Afghanistan in the form of a hoop with hand-braided thread and a decorative pendant with red glass.
SKU: KL-1523
Origin: Afganistan
  • Material type:
    srebro
  • Gemstones:
    szkło
  • Earwires:
    zamknięte
  • Earwire thickness:
    2 mm
  • Historical Status:
    zabytkowe
  • Condition:
    bardzo dobry
  • Length:
    5 cm
  • Width:
    4 cm
  • Height:
  • Weight:
    17 g

Afghan Nomad Garnet Earrings

Silver hoop earrings are among the most recognizable pieces of jewelry worn by nomadic communities in Afghanistan. The hoop shape was particularly popular among women of tribes inhabiting the mountainous and desert regions of the country because it was durable, comfortable to wear, and easy to craft.

The upper part of the hoop is decorated with a dense braid of thin wire, creating a distinctive spiral structure. This type of decoration is often found in traditional Central Asian jewelry – it serves both aesthetic purposes and strengthens the earring's structure.

The lower part of one of the earrings is adorned with a small pendant in the form of a metal dome, embedded with red glass. This element resembles a small garnet and provides a subtle color contrast against the cool shade of silver. Colored glass was often used in tribal jewelry as a simple yet effective decorative accent.

The natural patina of the silver and the visible traces of handiwork emphasize the authentic character of this jewelry. The simple shape of the hoop, the spiral braid, and the small decorative details make these earrings a classic example of traditional Afghan nomadic jewelry.