A pair of early 20th C, gilt silver cuffs called bilezik, with carnelian cabochons set in four bands. The background of each band is incised with a traditional pattern of scrolls which were enhanced by fired gold gilt. The gilt is now somewhat worn from use. An original. hand crafted pair of good quality silver, which adorned a Tekke woman before collection in the field by the former owner. 1900-1920. 1.25" in length,
Regional & Ethnic Antiques
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