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Antique Turkmen silver earrings

Long Turkmen silver earrings with gilded ornament and red glass, ending with a row of movable pendants.
Origin: Turkmenistan
SKU: KL-1561
Long Turkmen silver earrings with gilded ornament and red glass, ending with a row of movable pendants.
SKU: KL-1561
Origin: Turkmenistan
  • Material type:
    srebro, złocone
  • Gemstones:
    szkło
  • Earwires:
    otwarte
  • Earwire thickness:
    2 mm
  • Historical Status:
    zabytkowe
  • Condition:
    bardzo dobry
  • Length:
    17.5 cm
  • Width:
    6 cm
  • Height:
  • Weight:
    51 g

Antique Turkmen silver earrings

Turkmen elongated earrings are a characteristic feature of traditional Central Asian jewelry. Their design consists of several segments connected by chains, creating a mobile composition typical of jewelry worn by women in Turkmen communities.

The central element is a triangular plate covered with gold and adorned with red glass. The triangle is a very common motif in Turkmen jewelry, appearing in many pieces worn daily and during important occasions.

The lower edge of the earrings is finished with a row of thin chains ending in elongated pendants. These elements move freely as they move, creating a characteristic cascade of small metal elements.

The combination of silver, gold-plated ornamentation, and red glass is one of the most recognizable elements of the Turkmen aesthetic. The natural patina of the metal and traces of hand-crafted work emphasize the artisanal and antique character of this jewelry.