Central Asia, probably Turkmenistan or surrounding regions, ca. late 19th to early 20th century CE. A gorgeous belt of wearable form constructed from 112 petite panels as well as 2 end caps with 5 fused panels each, all formed from 87.6% silver. Each panel features dense stippling that creates a visually pleasing presentation. The flexible belt interior is formed from a slender strip of leather, and a pair of hooks beneath one end cap fit snugly within a pair of loops beneath the other end cap. Beneath each individual belt panel is a maker's mark reading either "M" or "MJ." Size: 28.25" L x 0.73" W (71.8 cm x 1.9 cm); silver quality: 87.6%; weight: 329.9 grams

Provenance: ex-private Connecticut, USA collection

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#169089

Wearable as shown. Minor abrasions and light desiccation to leather strip, with light encrustations beneath some individual panels, and fading to maker's marks, otherwise intact and very good. Great patina throughout.