*Afghanistan Coral, Chank Shell, Glass, Silver Bead
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*Afghanistan Coral, Chank Shell, Glass, Silver Bead Necklace. A headdress ornament composed of antique Mediterranean coral, various silver beads, tabular chank shell beads and glass beads. Traditionally worn by Kirgiz women in Afghanistan attached to either side of an elaborate headdress and in the West are worn as necklaces. These Chank shell beads are regarded as small change currency and in the 20th century could be used to make purchases.
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*Afghanistan Coral, Chank Shell, Glass, Silver Bead
Estimate $700 - $900
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