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    Antique Yemen Silver Ring Two Fingered Granulation Bridal Dowry

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    on 02-09-2012 at 08:32 AM (Crafts of the Past)
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    This is a traditional ring seen on the hands of brides in old photographs. Granulation and beaded wire decorate the amuletic round boxes that rattle when moved. They are hollow containers for seeds or small stones whose significance is not explained by the curators of the collections of Yemen Jewish silver jewelry of the period.

    The wedding jewelry as
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    Antique Silver Bracelet Yemen Maker Signed Makers Mark

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    on 01-17-2012 at 10:51 AM (Crafts of the Past)
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    Antique signed bracelet by the Yemen Jewish silversmith. Granulation and beaded wire form geometric motifs round the bracelet. The covering for the hasp is more delicate tracery with filigree wire and tiny granules. The signature is just on the inside of the fastener. If you cannot see it, request an enlargement of that part of the photo if you are considering a purchase.
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