Tekke Turkomen Pectoral Amulet - Round Shell Measurements: total length of joined

Measurements: total length of joined clasp 4

Measurements: length 6

Natural lapis lazuli from Afghanistan

Measurements: About 62 cm total length

Tekke Turkomen Pectoral Amulet - Round Shell Measurements: total length of joinedThese bold ornaments (gonzuk or gondschuk) were worn on the chest or much lower over the abdomen. Tekke, from Turkmenistan. Early 20th century. Low grade or no silver content. Our round shaped ornament features typical Tekke decoration consisting of raised and engraved bands and panels of either 24k gold or brass, applied via the traditional method of fire gilding. Several table cut carnelian stones complete the decoration. An original piece collected