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Afghan Steppe Pendants

Light brass earrings from Afghanistan with characteristic spiral elements and movable pendants in the form of metal scales.
Origin: Afganistan
SKU: KL-1501
Light brass earrings from Afghanistan with characteristic spiral elements and movable pendants in the form of metal scales.
SKU: KL-1501
Origin: Afganistan
  • Material type:
    mosiądz
  • Gemstones:
    brak kamieni
  • Earwires:
    otwarte
  • Earwire thickness:
    1 mm
  • Historical Status:
    zabytkowe
  • Condition:
    bardzo dobry
  • Length:
    9 cm
  • Width:
    2.5 cm
  • Height:
  • Weight:
    19.8 g

Afghan Steppe Pendants

The design of these earrings is based on simple yet expressive metal elements. The upper part is formed by a small, flattened plate that serves as a decorative connector. Its raw surface retains the natural texture of the metal, emphasizing the handmade nature of the work.

Below is a ring from which hang three spirally wrapped wires, each with a movable pendant. Thin wire spirals are a very characteristic motif found in Afghan tribal jewelry and are often used as a decorative and structural element.

Small metal plates resembling drops or scales are placed at the ends of the pendants. These elements move freely when worn, delicately reflecting light and giving the earrings a dynamic character.

The combination of spiral wire, simple metal shapes, and movable pendants creates jewelry with a raw, tribal style. These earrings perfectly capture the aesthetics of traditional jewelry worn in regions of Afghanistan, where handcrafted metalwork and natural patina are an important element of the jewelry's character.