Authentic Old Silver Kazakh Ring, Central Asia
Authentic old 1930s Kazakh oval ring, high-grade silver with a traditional red glass cabochon. The silver work is very fine and intricate. The band is plain silver. A quality old and impressive piece of Kazakh adornment.
Date:
1930s
Material:
High-grade silver & glass
Dimensions:
Head dimensions:
3.6 cm (l) x 3.0 cm (w)
Approximate ring size:
UK: T-U
USA: 9¾
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Weight:
21 g
Ref:
RNG-966
References:
Kalter, J. (1983) The Arts and Crafts of Turkestan. London: Thames and Hudson Ltd. P127
Tokhtabayeva, Shaizada. Origins and Formation of Kazakhs’ Jeweler’s Art: National Kazakh jewellery 2016
Geoffroy-Schneiter, B. (2011) Asian jewellery: Ethnic rings, bracelets, necklaces, earrings, belts, head ornaments from the Ghysels Collection. Milano: Skira.
Borel, F. (1994). The Splendour of Ethnic Jewelry. London: Thames and Hudson, P131
