Antique high-grade silver natural turquoise pendant, originally worn as a hair ornament in Tibet. Over time it has had a bail added to it to make this beautiful wearable pendant. The turquoise stone is set into a conch shell shaped element which was attached to a pangor headdress, along with many other turquoise and coral beaded elements. This style of headdress was worn by the women of Tsang, Tibet. A beautiful pendant with lovely patina and history. It is accompanied by a silver chain.

References:

Giehmann, M., Pommaret, F. and Creutz, C. (2019) Himalayan treasures: Adornments from Tibet, Nepal, Bhutan, Ladakh & Arunachal Pradesh: The Manfred Giehman Collection. Singapore: Produced by Manfred Giehmann & J.C. Le Cardinal. pp. 54, 55