Stunning 19th C. Indian 18K Gold / Ruby Necklace
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Description
India, 19th century CE. 18 karat gold hollow bead necklace with a small ruby as its centerpiece; this object is an antique dowry payment. For centuries, Indian marriages have been sealed with gold; this is worn by the bride in the form of fabulous earrings, bracelets, and necklaces like this one. Dowries (although now illegal, still a wide practice) offer a chance to demonstrate the wealth and status of the bride's family; in southern India, the bride's family could be expected to give up to a kilogram of total gold. This piece is wearable and gorgeous, with small, angular gold beads forming the chain and a variety of three-dimensional symbols, including fish, lions' heads, and flowers, dangling off the length of the chain; a centerpiece has a Buddha's head atop a round piece inset with a ruby. Small spherical gold beads contribute to the glittering design. Size: 16.75" L x 1.2" W (42.5 cm x 3 cm). Total weight of necklace is 49.3 grams.
Provenance: Ex-private San Diego, CA collection
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#116078
Provenance: Ex-private San Diego, CA collection
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#116078
Condition
Excellent and wearable!
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Stunning 19th C. Indian 18K Gold / Ruby Necklace
Estimate $4,000 - $6,000
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