Vintage Afghan Silver Ring Camel bone handicrafts dating to 1950

dating to 1950

repeating diamond shapes covering the lower halves (paari) and borders of this exceptional textile are called the miri buta and are inspired by the traditional weaving styles of the Mising or Miri tribe of Assam

Finished with 925 sterling silver

Matched black agates contrast beautifully with their silver mounts

The pendant shows wear marks in line with its known age of at least the early part of the 20th century

Vintage Afghan Silver Ring Camel bone handicrafts dating to 1950This unusual ring features three glass "gemstones" in a cutout design typical of early 20th century rings from this part of the world. High grade silver. Afghanistan, early 20th century. This is unisex ring and will suit a male or female hand. Measurements: Face of ring 2. 5 cm height Sizing: inner diameter 19. 5 mm Size 9. 75