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Coins with green and turquoise howlite mix

A set of authentic circulation coins with howlite colored in a green-turquoise shade, in various shapes and arrangements.
Origin: Pakistan
SKU: M-0043
A set of authentic circulation coins with howlite colored in a green-turquoise shade, in various shapes and arrangements.
SKU: M-0043
Origin: Pakistan
  • Material type:
    monety
  • Gemstones:
    howlit
  • Historical Status:
    zabytkowe
  • Condition:
    bardzo dobry
  • Length:
  • Width:
    2.5 cm
  • Height:
  • Weight:
    10 g

Coins with green and turquoise howlite mix

The base is old coins from Afghanistan and Pakistan – visible crescents, stars, floral wreaths, denominations, and inscriptions in Arabic and Urdu script. The relief is legible in many pieces, while in others it is partially worn. The surfaces show signs of use: abrasions, patina, local oxidation, and darker discoloration from soldering.

The central stones are howlite, dyed in shades ranging from light turquoise to deeper green with a turquoise undertone. Characteristic, irregular veining in shades of graphite, brown, and black runs across the stone's surface, creating a natural, stone-like pattern. This is not glass – the structure of howlite is mineral and clearly visible against the light.

The shapes are varied: drops, triangles, ovals. The settings are handmade from a brass alloy, with visible traces of work – melting, darkening, and unevenness. The pendants' lugs are simple, often double-grooved or with embossed detail. The overall design has a raw, workshop-like character typical of borderland craftsmanship.

This variant is more color-variant than the classic turquoise howlite. The green-turquoise tones contrast sharply with the darkened surface of the coins. Each piece differs in color, shape, and relief detail. The price is for one random pendant from the presented batch.