Tekke Turkomen Pectoral Amulet - Round Shell Measurements: length 6

Measurements: length 6

Natural lapis lazuli from Afghanistan

Note that these are the extra long strings of flags (many are less than half this length)

human hair and pigment

Natural labradorite stone necklace

Tekke Turkomen Pectoral Amulet - Round Shell Measurements: length 6These bold ornaments (gonzuk or gondschuk) were worn on the chest or much lower over the abdomen. Tekke, from Turkmenistan. Early 20th century. Low grade or no silver content. Our round shaped ornament features typical Tekke decoration consisting of raised and engraved bands and panels of either 24k gold or brass, applied via the traditional method of fire gilding. Several table cut carnelian stones complete the decoration. An original piece collected