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Afghan Taweez Necklace with Coins

A heavy, resonant tribal necklace with a central taweez and a cascade of monetary tassels – austere form, strong character.
Origin: Afganistan
SKU: N-0655
A heavy, resonant tribal necklace with a central taweez and a cascade of monetary tassels – austere form, strong character.
SKU: N-0655
Origin: Afganistan
  • Material type:
    mosiądz, monety
  • Gemstones:
    szkło
  • Necklace length:
    35-40 cm
  • Historical Status:
    zabytkowe
  • Condition:
    bardzo dobry
  • Length:
    40 cm
  • Width:
    8 cm
  • Height:
  • Weight:
    180 g

Afghan Taweez Necklace with Coins

The central element is a cylindrical taweez set with colorful glass in shades of green and red. The stones are densely set, creating a rhythmic band of color that contrasts with the matte, patinated surface of the metal. The whole thing doesn't pretend to be jewelry perfection – it's authentic, handcrafted, showing signs of use and time.

Wide bands with sewn-on metal discs and coins extend along the sides. Long chains terminate in small balls and additional decorative elements hang from each side. When moved, the necklace emits a distinctive, soft sound – a subtle jingle, which in the region's culture had not only aesthetic but also symbolic significance.

The structure is based on a solid textile base, distributing the weight evenly across the neck. This is not a delicate necklace for the office. This is stage, festival, and collectible jewelry – for those who understand that tribal ornament doesn't have to be minimalist to be authentic.

Good condition for a utilitarian item – visible patina, local abrasions, and irregularities typical of handicrafts from Afghanistan and the Pakistani border. A traditional metal alloy with a distinctive, slightly muted color.