{"title":"Collection: Bedouin Jewelry","description":"Bedouin Jewelry","products":[{"product_id":"vintage-bedouin-silver-tower-ring-with-red-glass-size-9","title":"Vintage Silver Tower Ring with Red Glass, Size 9 from the Middle East","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a lovely vintage Middle Eastern ring made of silver and with a domed face from which sits a small red glass cabochon in a raised bezel. The band is wide and has open work. The dome is worked in repousse. It's a lovely ring in good condition.  From the Persian Gulf area with obvious Turkmen influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe face measures 2 cm (3\/4\") in diameter and rises about 1.2 cm (1\/2\"). It is a size 9 at its middle. The shank measures 1.4 cm (5\/8\") wide. It weighs 10.5 g.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35976076813,"sku":"R23009","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-silver-tower-ring-with-red-glass-size-9-from-the-middle-east-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1710455283"},{"product_id":"antique-omani-baluchi-silver-crescent-silver-bracelet","title":"Antique Omani Baluchi Silver Crescent Silver Bracelet","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a unique Omani bracelet from the late 19th century and early 20th century. This cuff is known locally as Kamar (moon) because of its crescent shape. It is made with high-grade silver and has a faint gold wash and is decorated with hand-incised patterns. from the late 19th Century, early 20th Century. This type of bracelet was made for children and was worn by both boys and girls. It is very similar to Baluchistan bracelets. That is because its origin is in the Baluchi people living in Muscat and Mutrah in Oman, but also in Yemen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a similar bracelet in the British Museum's collection \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.britishmuseum.org\/research\/collection_online\/collection_object_details.aspx?objectId=3328233\u0026amp;partId=1\u0026amp;searchText=bracelet\u0026amp;images=true\u0026amp;page=25\"\u003ehttp:\/\/www.britishmuseum.org\/research\/collection_online\/collection_object_details.aspx?objectId=3328233\u0026amp;partId=1\u0026amp;searchText=bracelet\u0026amp;images=true\u0026amp;page=25  \u003c\/a\u003eand in Jehan S. Rajab's book Silver Jewellery of Oman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bracelet is in good condition and lovely to wear. The Inner circumference is 16 cm (6 1\/2\") including a 2.5 cm  (1\") gap. The inner diameter is 5.5 cm (2 1\/8\").  Weight is 68.1 g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry visit the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Section\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35976156301,"sku":"B22002","price":255.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/antique-omani-baluchi-silver-crescent-silver-bracelet-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1710455290"},{"product_id":"old-yemeni-net-like-head-ornament","title":"Old Yemeni Net Like Head Ornament","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a three-tiered old Yemeni piece of jewelry that hails from Al Bayda, Yemen, and it is from the 20th Century. This head ornament is known as \"\u003cem\u003ekhait al ras\u003c\/em\u003e,\" which literally means head string. This ornament has three hooks, one in the middle and one on each side. The ornament is made from four-petaled rosette-like elements cut out from metal and linked together with rings and two handmade twisted wire connectors with wire wrapped around them. The last row, which would be worn close to the forehead, is a series of 13 domed elements with three dangles each. The head ornament is made of mixed metals which may include silver of low purity. In good vintage condition. There are three dangles missing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ornament would have identified its wearer as a married woman, and you can see a similar ornament at the Musée du Quai Branly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e40 x 15 cm (16 x 5 1\/2\"), without the hooks. Weight is 185 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry visit the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Section\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35976171469,"sku":"O22004","price":265.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/old-yemeni-net-like-head-ornament-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1710455297"},{"product_id":"vintage-bedouin-yemeni-silver-anklet-or-foot-bracelet-with-bells","title":"Vintage Bedouin Yemeni Silver Anklet or Foot Bracelet with Bells","description":"\u003cp\u003eA rare Yemeni Silver Anklet from Sayyun in Hadramaut, Yemen. A bride would wear two of those on her wedding day, one on each ankle. They are meant to be noisy because she is meant to dance and jingle on her wedding day.  A similar anklet is shown in Marjorie Ransom's book: Silver Treasures from the Land of Sheba. It is made of good silver and is generally in good condition, though there is a bit of tear on the outside of the anklet. This does not however affect the integrity of the anklet. There is a small old repair, evidence that this has been well used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe inner Circumference is 19 cm (7 1\/2\") and 6 cm (2 1\/2\") in diameter. So it can work as a bracelet as well. The width of the band is 2.3 cm (7\/8\"). Weight is 135 g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry visit the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Section\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35976446669,"sku":"B22072","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-bedouin-yemeni-silver-anklet-or-foot-bracelet-with-bells-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1710455373"},{"product_id":"vintage-silver-omani-hirz-or-koran-box-amulet-holder-necklace","title":"Vintage Silver Omani Hirz or Koran Box Amulet Holder Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis type of Koran box or hirz was worn commonly throughout Oman by adults as well as children. The side opens to place inside a Koran text or a prayer to protect its wearer. The box is decorated with applique and repousse and has seven pairs of crescent shaped and bell dangles hanging from chains to make noise as you move. All the elements of this necklace test as high grade silver. It is in good shape. There is only a bit of silver solder that has leaked onto the repousse elements in the middle of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA similar hirz may be seen in the British Museum Collection and In Oman Adorned: A portrait in Silver by Pauline Shelton Miranda Morris..\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength is 56 cm (22\"). The Amulet box is 8 x 5 cm (3 1\/2 x 2\") without bales or dangles. Weight 220 g.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35976911693,"sku":"N23016","price":815.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-silver-omani-hirz-or-koran-box-amulet-holder-necklace-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1732497221"},{"product_id":"vintage-bedouin-silver-anklet-with-bells","title":"Vintage Bedouin Silver Anklet with Bells","description":"\u003cp\u003eA lovely old Bedouin anklet made from silver (tested) with lots of bell dangles. Its origin is most likely Yemen. It has hand chased patterns on the top bottom and side. It closes with a screw clasp. In good vintage condition with some bell dangles missing or damaged and some small dents to the anklet. Can be worn as a bracelet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInner circumference 21 cm (8 1\/4\"). The inner diameter is 7 cm (2 3\/4\"). Width is 1.2 cm (1\/2\") and weight is 67 g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry visit the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Section\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35977686989,"sku":"B22026","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/p-e3NlzC-vintage-bedouin-silver-anklet-with-bells-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1785247586"},{"product_id":"antique-bedouin-twisted-roping-cuff-bracelet-for-very-small-wrist","title":"Antique Bedouin Twisted Rope Cuff Bracelet for Very Small Wrist","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic heavy solid bracelet made of mixed metal from the Najd region (Northern Saudi Arabia). Made of solid twisted metal tubes that are twisted and decorated with roping that is wound all around and they are closed off at the end with solid caps. For a very small wrist. It is solid and not adjustable \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInner circumference is 11 cm (4 1\/4\")  with a further 2 cm (3\/4\") gap. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcross the bracelet measures 4.5 cm (1 3\/4\") on the inside (at widest),\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe width is 1.8 cm (5\/8\") at widest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight is 145 g.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35977742221,"sku":"","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/antique-bedouin-twisted-rope-cuff-bracelet-for-very-small-wrist-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1735924751"},{"product_id":"vintage-yemeni-bedouin-necklace-with-silver-and-coral-colored-trade-beads","title":"Vintage Yemeni Bedouin Necklace with Silver and Coral Colored Trade Beads","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a sweet necklace from Yemen. Made of coral like trade beads interspersed with silver (tested) berry beads and cube beads. The main pendant, also silver, is in the shape of a flower (warda) and has a red glass cabochon at its middle, a classic composition for a protective necklace. The closure is a small 8 shaped ring and may need to be replaced. The necklace ends in metal cones and a metal chain. It's been restrung and is in good vintage condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength is 57 cm (22 1\/2\"). The hirz is 3.5 cm  across (1 3\/8\"). Weight is 80  grams.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35977835405,"sku":"N22010","price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-yemeni-bedouin-necklace-with-silver-and-coral-colored-trade-beads-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1699542389"},{"product_id":"vintage-bedouin-silver-bracelet-from-the-arabian-peninsula","title":"Vintage Bedouin Silver Bracelet from the Arabian Peninsula","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful and now quite rare bracelet is from the Hijaz, Western Saudi Arabia. It is made of a sheet of silver, so it is hollow and then worked with embossing and repousse techniques and decorated with three ceramic light blue cabochons set in raised smooth bezels. The bracelet is further decorated with applique and roping. The result is a pretty and light finely made bracelet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bracelet has not come through time unscathed, it has a few dents at either end, but nothing to compromise its integrity. Perfectly wearable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe inner circumference is 12.5 cm (5\") with an extra 3 cm (1 1\/8\") opening. The inner diameter is 5.4 cm (2 1\/8\"). The width is 2 cm (3\/4\"). Weight is 61 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry visit the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Section\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35978055885,"sku":"B22018","price":290.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-bedouin-silver-bracelet-from-the-arabian-peninsula-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1710455645"},{"product_id":"antique-pair-of-silver-bedouin-armlets-from-the-arabian-peninsula","title":"Vintage Pair of Silver Bedouin Armlets","description":"\u003cp\u003eUnique pair of armlets or anklets entirely made from a silver alloy in the shape of a snake once worn by Bedouin women in Eastern and Central Arabia. This magnificently well-kept pair is estimated to be from the early 1900s and was acquired in Jordan, but may have originated further East. Each armlet is shaped like a snake with bells on either end to make noise as its wearer moves. This type of bracelet often had pebbles trapped inside to sound like a rattle, but this pair does not have any trapped pebbles. They both have extensive chasing and repousse work with only the inside of the bracelet unadorned. A few small dents are the only blemish I can see in these beautiful and rare pieces of Bedouin jewelry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe inner circumference is 21.5 cm (8 1\/2\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth 2 cm (3\/4\") at its widest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe weight for both is 155 grams.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry visit the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Section\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35978408973,"sku":"B22007","price":665.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-pair-of-silver-bedouin-armlets-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1710455692"},{"product_id":"vintage-bedouin-ring-tribal-silver-plated-tower-ring-size-8","title":"Vintage Bedouin Silver Plated Tower Ring Size 8","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is an impressive Bedouin tower ring. It has decorations on all sides of the tower, a pyramid of silver drops that spill over to the sides of the single shank band. The ring is heavily silver-plated (on base metals). There is a test site at the bottom of the ring other than that it is in good vintage condition and looks lovely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize 8. Weight is 4.3g.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry visit the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Section\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35978716813,"sku":"R22003","price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-bedouin-silver-plated-tower-ring-size-8-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1710455743"},{"product_id":"vintage-yemeni-headdress-intricate-head-band-made-of-metal","title":"Vintage Yemeni Headdress, Intricate Head Band Made of Metal","description":"\u003cp\u003eA lovely Yemeni headband from the 1940s was worn around the head so that the dangles rest just on the forehead like a fringe.  The headband is intricately made from mixed metals with a lot of applique and granulation, creating the impression of textured diamonds. The finials are full of granulation and end in a large ring.  This was attached to the ring on the other side with the help of a piece of cloth or string.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength is 47 cm 18 1\/2 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth is 9 cm or 3 1\/2 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight is 451.4 grams.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":3383590518810,"sku":"O24003","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-yemeni-headdress-intricate-head-band-made-of-metal-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1735851225"},{"product_id":"vintage-saudi-bedouin-silver-bib-necklace-with-chains-and-coin-pendants","title":"Vintage Saudi Bedouin Silver Bib Necklace With Chains and Coin Pendants","description":"\u003cp\u003eA lovely bib necklace from Saudi Arabia, though it could have also been worn in Yemen. The necklace is from the mid-century and is entirely handmade from eight graduated-length chains connected to a central filigree element and two sidebar elements with red glass cabochons. From these elements hang pendants made of Saudi coins. The necklace ends with triangular finials and two short chains with a small hook and eye closure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wearable length is 57 cm (22 1\/2\"). The drop is 11.5 cm (4 1\/2\"). Weight is 217 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry visit the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Section\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":17626018775091,"sku":"N22020","price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-saudi-bedouin-silver-bib-necklace-with-chains-and-coin-pendants-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1710456827"},{"product_id":"rare-thin-silver-yemeni-belt-with-blue-velvet-lining","title":"Rare Vintage Silver Yemeni Belt with Blue Lining","description":"\u003cp\u003eExtremely rare vintage Yemeni silver belt with dome clasp and blue silk velvet lining, circa the 1930s or 40s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful and feminine belt probably originates in Hadramaut. It has 35 panels all connected by a cord lined with blue velvet that runs through hoops at the back of each panel. This intricate and delicate belt ends in a hook and loop clasp decorated with two granulated domes. The style of the buckle is similar to that seen in Indian jewelry. This is not surprising as India is just across the sea from Yemen and trade influenced the styles of jewelry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe belt tests as silver. There is a similar belt held in the British Museum's Ingrams collection (\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2012,6030.36)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWearable length 87 cm or 34 1\/4 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe buckle measures 4 cm or 1 3\/4 inches in length and 1.5 cm or 5\/8 inches in width.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePanel width 8 mm or 5\/16 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePanel length is 2.4 cm or just under 1 inch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight is 120 g.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe belt is in good condition with a lovely patina The padding is worn in places and there is a red cotton thread at both ends securing the lining.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry visit the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Section\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42805442314478,"sku":"O22011","price":750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/rare-vintage-silver-yemeni-belt-with-blue-lining-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1710456888"},{"product_id":"vintage-yemeni-temple-decorations","title":"Vintage Yemeni Temple Decorations","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis rare pair of Yemeni temple decorations is circa the 1940s, probably from Hadramawt. These would have been worn to adorn the two sides of the head by hooking them into the headdress rather than through the ears. The metal does not test as silver, though it may have some silver content. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Domes are decorated with spiraled twisted wire and diamond-shaped applique. From each dome hang 12 chains, ending in ball dangles. The effect is a nice sound with movement. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe length from the top of the hook to the bottom of the dangles is 22.5 cm (9\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe hooks measure around 7 cm in length (2 3\/4\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe dome's diameter is 2.5 cm (around 1\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe weight of both is 165 grams.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry visit the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Section\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42858874470638,"sku":"ER22028","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-yemeni-temple-decorations-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1710456900"},{"product_id":"vintage-metal-bedouin-bracelet-or-bangle-from-yemen-2","title":"Vintage Metal Bedouin Bracelet or Bangle from Yemen","description":"\u003cp\u003eA nice Yemeni bangle made of mixed metals and decorated with chasing patterns. The bracelet is made of metal sheeting, so the bracelet is hollow and light. There are a few dents and seam issues, but despite its battering over time, it retains its dignity and beauty. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe inner circumference is 20.4 cm (8\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe inner diameter is 7 cm (2 3\/4\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe width is 1.8 cm ( 3\/4 \").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe weight is 47 g.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry visit the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Section\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43048500297966,"sku":"B22046","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-metal-bedouin-bracelet-or-bangle-from-yemen-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1710456942"},{"product_id":"vintage-yemeni-bedouin-bangle","title":"Vintage Yemeni Bedouin Bangle","description":"\u003cp\u003eA nice Yemeni bangle made of a sheet of mixed metals. This bedouin bracelet is decorated by hammering patterns onto the thin sheeting. The bracelet is hollow and light. There are a few dents and other age-related issues. A classic Yemeni piece. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe inner circumference is 20.2 cm (8 \").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe inner diameter is 7 cm (2 3\/4\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe width is 1.8 cm ( 3\/4 \").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe weight is 36 g.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43048517796078,"sku":"B22045","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-yemeni-bedouin-bangle-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1710456951"},{"product_id":"antique-yemeni-silver-headband-for-headdress","title":"Antique Yemeni Silver Headband for Headdress","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn early piece of twentieth-century silver Yemeni jewelry. This headband, called \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e'asba or 'isaba\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, was placed on the forehead like a fringe. It was worn by northern Yemeni women and was likely made in Wasab. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe headband has an almost chainmail feel with 5 rows of connected chains and domes attached on top. From the bottom of the ornament hang several stylized hand-of-Fatima or \u003cem\u003ekhamsa\u003c\/em\u003e dangles. The band ends with flat semi-circular finials, each decorated with five domes and roping. The finials are tied around the head or onto the headdress. This old piece can be worn as a necklace by tying both ends with a ribbon or twine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe head ornament tests positive for silver. It has some oxidation and depressions in the domes but is generally in good vintage shape.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou can see a similar adornment in Musée du Quai Branly's collection and in Marjorie Ransom's book: Silver Treasures from the Land of Sheba.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength is 34.5 cm (13 1\/2\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth 5 cm (2\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight is 91.7 grams.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry visit the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\" style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Section\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43086592934126,"sku":"O22015","price":365.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/antique-yemeni-silver-headband-for-headdress-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1701357397"},{"product_id":"antique-jewish-yemeni-silver-signed-bracelet-for-small-wrist","title":"Signed Jewish Yemeni Bracelet for Small Wrist","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis North Yemeni Bedouin petite beauty is a rarity because you almost never find Yemeni jewelry that is signed. This bracelet is from the late 19th to early twentieth century and is likely from Sanaa, Yemen. The most unusual thing about it is the presence of a signature by its maker on the inside. The signature is in Arabic (قارحم؟) but it was likely that of a Jewish silversmith. On a scratch test, the bracelet tests as high-grade silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unique bracelet is decorated with three rows of florets separated by roping. The closure is a screw-in type of closure that works splendidly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is in reasonable vintage condition but with some defects. The silver sheeting on the inside has a gash. There are also missing florets and\/or silver drops. You can tell it was once well-worn and loved!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.5 cm (1\") wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15.5 cm (6 1\/8\") inner circumference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003einner diameter is 4.8 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eweight 61g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry visit the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Section\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43114346643694,"sku":"B22050","price":245.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/signed-jewish-yemeni-bracelet-for-small-wrist-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1710456990"},{"product_id":"silver-yemeni-hinged-bracelet","title":"Silver Yemeni Hinged Bracelet","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is such a beauty. Made of silver sheet and overlaid by roping and filigree on top of which set applique florets and diamond-shaped elements all around. The bracelet is hinged and the closure is a pin mechanism that works well and is attached to the bracelet. There is a hook on the other side of the safety chain holding the pin so the pin may have at one time been connected to both sides with a chain. It is likely the work of a Jewish Yemeni silversmith who settled in Israel after its creation in 1948.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bracelet tests positive for high-grade silver except for the pin and its chain. It looks like it may have had gold gilding at one point. The silver has tarnished with age. Apart from that, it is in good vintage condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe inner circumference is 18 cm (7\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe width is 3.5 cm (1 3\/8\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight is 72 g.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry visit the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Section\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43131140997358,"sku":"B22051","price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/silver-yemeni-hinged-bracelet-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1710457000"},{"product_id":"vintage-silver-rashaida-or-yemen-bedouin-tower-ring-size-9-and-a-half-1","title":"Vintage Silver Rashaida or Yemen Bedouin Tower Ring Size 8","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a poorly executed silver Bedouin tower ring. This type of ring was worn by the Yemeni and Rashaida tribes. It might have been made by an apprentice rather than a master silversmith. It is from the second part of the twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ring is about 2 cm high (7\/8\"). The size is 8 and it weighs 16.1 g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry visit the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Section\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43140605182190,"sku":"R22025","price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-silver-rashaida-or-yemen-bedouin-tower-ring-size-8-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1710457008"},{"product_id":"bawsani-silver-bracelet-with-defects","title":"Bawsani Yemeni Silver Bracelet with Defects","description":"A beautiful \u003cem\u003eshumayla\u003c\/em\u003e bracelet. A very similar one is shown in Silver Treasures from the Land of Sheba by Marjorie Ranson. This exquisite Sana'a bracelet is worked in Bawsani style, the Bawsani family were master silversmiths in Yemen. This bracelet is made of high-grade silver and worked in truly exquisite filigree and granulation. It has some defects, however. It has had a crude repair to a break that in all likelihood caused the loss of some of the fine granulation. Also, the hinge at the back has been replaced with a hooked wire and the original pin is missing and has been replaced by a pin that is not silver. These defects are reflected in the price.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe inner circumference is 15.2 cm (6 \").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe inner diameter is 5.2 cm (2\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe width is 2 cm (7\/8\"). Weight is 49.2 grams.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry visit the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Section\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43145026404590,"sku":"B22054","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/bawsani-yemeni-silver-bracelet-with-defects-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1710457014"},{"product_id":"vintage-ethiopian-or-yemeni-tower-ring-size-5","title":"Vintage Ethiopian or Yemeni Tower Ring Size 5","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is an eccentric Ethiopian or Yemeni tower ring with a flower repousse pattern on a disk perched on a long neck. It is circa the 1950s or 1960s made of base metals. The shank is wide and has some roping decoration. The band has a little nick at the back.  Made of base metals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuite a small ring being size 5 in its middle. Its face measures 2.5 cm or 1\" in diameter and is raised 1.5 cm or just over 1\/2\" in height. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry visit the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Section\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43151071314158,"sku":"R22026","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-ethiopian-or-yemeni-tower-ring-size-5-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1710457014"},{"product_id":"old-large-metal-mesh-bedouin-bracelet-with-red-glass-from-the-arabian-peninsula-1","title":"Old Large Wire Mesh Bedouin Bracelet with Red Glass","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a rare and lovely vintage Bedouin bracelet that once adorned the wrist of a Yemenite or Saudi woman. Aged from around the 1950s, this bracelet is made of hand-spun base metal wire made into a mesh on which the square medallions are slid. The bracelet is decorated with red glass or resin cabochons and dome beads. There is a golden tinge to it, which could be due to the use of turmeric dye on some Bedouin jewelry pieces. The bracelet closes with a pin mechanism attached to the bracelet with a safety chain. It is from the second part of the twentieth century and is in good vintage condition barring a few scratches to the glass beads and small depressions in the dome beads, inevitable in this type of well-loved jewelry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe length is 20.5 cm (about 8\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe width is 2 cm (7\/8\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe weight is 56 g.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry visit the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Section\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43172346396910,"sku":"B22055","price":145.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/old-large-wire-mesh-bedouin-bracelet-with-red-glass-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1710457014"},{"product_id":"vintage-bedouin-ring-with-red-glass-size-5","title":"Vintage Bedouin Ring with Red Glass Size 5","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic red glass and base metals Bedouin ring from the 1950s. It has a round red\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eglass cabochon set in a plain bezel. This ring is known as a\u003cem\u003e fatkh\u003c\/em\u003e ring and was thought to have protective powers for its wearer. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shank is made of four thin wires, connected at intervals. The bezel is worn around the glass cabochon. The glass has quite a few scratches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe face measures 1.8 cm (3\/4\"). It is size 5 and weighs 6.2g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry visit the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Section\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43224422187246,"sku":"R22027","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-bedouin-ring-with-red-glass-size-5-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1701357451"},{"product_id":"vintage-silver-omani-makhnaq-choker-necklace","title":"Vintage Silver Omani Makhnaq Choker Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a silver Omani necklace is known as \u003cem\u003emakhnaq \u003c\/em\u003ewhich literally means 'choker'. It is also known as \u003cem\u003elu'lu'at arraqba (\u003c\/em\u003epearl of the neck), in reference to the central bead which is called\u003cem\u003e lu'lu'a\u003c\/em\u003e (pearl). This type of necklace was worn by women in the interior and western regions of Oman. It is from the first half of the twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe central oval bead is made of resin or wood and coated with a thin sheet of gold over silver. The bead is decorated with a band of circles at its center. Comparing the band with other sources, I believe that the circles were once bosses but were flattened with wear. A smaller gilded bead with bosses is attached on only one side (the other bead is missing). Red glass beads flank the central bead on either side and are followed by barrel beads of the same composition as the central bead. The string of beads is threaded through a thick silver rod, crudely twisted around the next element of the necklace.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInverted triangles, made of silver beads attached to rods, connect to the finials with five handmade chains. The bead composition is 3-4-5. There are two missing beads on one side of the necklace. The finials are arrow-shaped structures made of twisted wire and ending in a loop. The cord used to secure the necklace at the back is missing. A similar necklace is found in the British Museum's collection (item 2009,6023.188), in Ruth Hawley's book\u003cem\u003e Silver: The Traditional Art of Oman\u003c\/em\u003e, London, 2000, and in Jehan S. Rajab's book \u003cem\u003eSilver Jewellery of Oman\u003c\/em\u003e, Kuwait, 1997\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength is 36.5 cm (14 1\/2\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe width is 3.5 cm (1 3\/8\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight:110 grams.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry visit the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Section\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43268853399790,"sku":"N22029","price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-silver-omani-makhnaq-choker-necklace-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1710457046"},{"product_id":"vintage-silver-bedouin-labba-bib-necklace","title":"Vintage Silver Bedouin Choker Necklace with Carnelian","description":"\u003cp\u003eA beautiful silver Bedouin necklace with a carnelian stone in its middle. The necklace is made of good-grade silver and is likely from the 1940s or even older. It was likely made in Hadramout, Yemen, and worn in Saudi Arabia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe choker part is a series of interconnected rectangular elements. In their middle sits the square central element that contains the carnelian stone which has protective qualities in Bedouin culture. The finials are the traditional triangular shape. The elements are beautifully decorated with granulation and twisted wire. Eleven dangles connect to the choker with a handmade chain. The purpose of the dangles is to make noise as the wearer moves. The jingling sound is thought to scare the djin or evil spirits away and further protect the wearer. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ends of the necklace are a wrapped cotton cord that has been cut on both ends. Easily fixed if you intend to wear it by tying a velvet ribbon to the ends.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe length of the silver necklace (without the cut cord) is 26 cm  (10 1\/4\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe choker part is around 4.5 cm (1 3\/4) in width.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe chain and dangles add about another 4.5 cm (1 3\/4\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe total drop is about 10 cm (4 \").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight is 208 g.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry visit the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Section\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43318256697582,"sku":"N22031","price":775.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-silver-bedouin-choker-necklace-with-carnelian-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1710457065"},{"product_id":"vintage-omani-headdress-ornament-silver-with-gold-leaf-pendant","title":"Vintage Omani Headdress Ornament, Silver with Gold Leaf Pendant","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis pretty ornament, called \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ehamhoon\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003ehirz qafa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, hails from 20th century Oman. This type of decoration was used as an amulet that was worn on the back of the headdress or attached to a woman's plaits with a woolen cord. It was also worn suspended from a necklace to fall on the woman's back.  It is not an everyday ornament but rather saved for special occasions and associated with the women of Sur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ornament is made of three tiers. The top tier is a triangle (an amuletic shape in itself). The middle is rectangular in shape and the bottom tier is a Qur'anic case that has been sealed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe whole ornament is made of high-grade silver with applied stamped gold sheeting for decoration. The ornament ends with 6 double chained and stylized hand-of-Fatima dangles. The silver sheeting is a little less substantial than is usual for Omani jewelry which makes me think it was made more for display than wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn good vintage condition. It has the impression of stickers that once were stuck to the back. There is a similar ornament in the British Museum's collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength is 18 cm (7 1\/8\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe width is 5 cm (2\") at the widest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight is 48g.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry visit the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Section\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43461411504366,"sku":"PD22009","price":265.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-omani-headdress-ornament-silver-with-gold-leaf-pendant-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1710457126"},{"product_id":"vintage-bedouin-wedding-headband","title":"Vintage Bedouin Wedding Headband","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a nice wedding headband that was worn by Bedouin women of Yemen and Saudi Arabia. This headband was placed on the forehead like a fringe and was part of an elaborate headdress that was lined with leather and had dangling temporals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe headband has rectangular pieces along its length, decorated with flat red glass and red beads to ward off evil spirits. A line of dangles hangs from the bottom. The band ends with triangular finials that would have been tied together with a cord of wool or leather. The headband is made from mixed metal wire mesh that was often spun by women. It is in good vintage condition though missing part of a dangle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lovely piece for a collection. It could also be worn as a choker by tying both ends with a ribbon or cord.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can see a similar adornment in Musée du Quai Branly's collection and in Marjorie Ransom's book: Silver Treasures from the Land of Sheba.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength is 44.5 cm (17 1\/2\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth 7 cm (2 3\/4\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight is 352 grams.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry visit the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Section\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43482654802158,"sku":"O22018","price":315.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-bedouin-wedding-headband-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1710457133"},{"product_id":"vintage-necklace-with-yemeni-amulet-silver-and-antique-bakelite-beads","title":"Vintage Necklace with Yemeni Amulet, Silver and Antique Bakelite Beads","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhat an amazing necklace this is! It is made up of 10 oval or olive-shaped and 2 tube-shaped antique butterscotch phenolic resin beads. They test positive for bakelite with simichrome and have a lovely aged variation of color to them with darkening on the edges as would only come with age and exposure to heat and light. The bakelite beads are interspersed with silver beads which also have a lovely patina. The necklace is threaded onto twisted cotton or wool and the main pendant is a mixed metal Yemeni amulet or \u003cem\u003ehirz\u003c\/em\u003e. All in all a wonderful necklace that's guaranteed to turn heads. The necklace is in good vintage shape. Some of the silver beads have dings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength is 55 cm (21 1\/2\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe amulet is 5 x 2 cm (2 x 3\/4\") without dangles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe oval phenolic resin beads are 20 x 12 mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight is 75 g.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more Yemeni jewelry, please visit the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43616871973102,"sku":"N22044","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-necklace-with-yemeni-amulet-silver-and-antique-bakelite-beads-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1701357576"},{"product_id":"bedouin-yemeni-twisted-rope-c-cuff-bracelet","title":"Bedouin Saudi Twisted Rope C Cuff Bracelet","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic heavy solid Yemeni bracelet made of mixed metal from Yemen. Made of solid twisted rope and decorated with thinner roping that is wound all around. The ends are closed off at the end and decorated with applique. This bracelet is solid and not adjustable \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBracelet's inner circumference is 13.5 cm (5 3\/8\") with an additional  3 cm (1 1\/4\" gap).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe diameter measures 5.5 cm (2 1\/4\") on the inside (at the widest).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight is 67 grams.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry visit the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Section\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43619441737966,"sku":"B22076","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/bedouin-yemeni-twisted-rope-c-cuff-bracelet-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1710457183"},{"product_id":"vintage-yemeni-bedouin-silver-ring-size-9-1-2","title":"Vintage Yemeni Bedouin Silver Ring - Size 9 1\/2","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis hefty Yemeni Bedouin ring makes a statement. It is made from high-grade silver and features a bright red-colored ceramic or glass bead set in a high bezel. Red is a highly prized color with protective qualities in Bedouin culture. The shank of the ring is decorated with impressive granulation and roping. A silver stud holds the cabochon in place. This lovely ring, worn in both Yemen and Saudi Arabia, is from the mid-20th century and is in fine vintage condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize is 9 1\/2. Weight is 17 g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry visit the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Section\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43640057102574,"sku":"R22032","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-yemeni-bedouin-silver-ring-size-9-12-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1710457191"},{"product_id":"vintage-yemeni-polychrome-glass-bracelet","title":"Vintage Yemeni Polychrome Glass Bracelet","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Yemeni  polychrome glass bangle from the 1920s or 30s.  These were worn in stacks on both arms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe listing is for one of the 9 bangles on display in the first photograph. \u003cstrong\u003ePlease make your selection known in a note with your order. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe inner circumference in many of the bracelets is around 21 cm (8 1\/4\"), though some are a bit smaller or bigger. The inner diameter is about 6.7 cm 2 3\/8\". The smallest (bracelet 4) has an inner diameter of 6 cm (2 1\/4\"). The width is 8 mm (3\/8\"). Weight is around 28 g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"line-height: initial; margin: 0px; width: 422px; color: #211922; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, 'ヒラギノ角ゴ Pro W3', 'Hiragino Kaku Gothic Pro', メイリオ, Meiryo, 'ＭＳ Ｐゴシック', arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #ffffff; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;\" class=\"userNote\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry visit the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Section\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"3 and 4","offer_id":44229255790830,"sku":"B22081","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 and 6 and 7","offer_id":44229255823598,"sku":"B22081","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9","offer_id":44229255889134,"sku":"B22081","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-yemeni-polychrome-glass-bracelet-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1710457216"},{"product_id":"very-rare-vintage-silver-omani-zar-ring-size-6-1-2","title":"Very Rare Vintage Silver Omani Zar Ring size 6 1\/2","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a very rare zar ring that was worn throughout Oman. It was especially used for the zar ceremony, gifted or worn at the conclusion of the ceremony, but it was also used for daily wear to protect the wearer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis ring, made from silver, is quite heavy. It has a raised dome on a square base. The dome has wiring around the two tiers of the base. The wiring creates openings in the sides of the dome. There are silver drops at each corner. The shank is made of a single thick wire. There was a repair to the shank, I assume to make the ring fit a smaller finger. The ring is from the second half of the twentieth century and is in good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe base measures 2.5 x 2.5 cm (1 x 1\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is 2.5 cm (1\") high. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight is 27 grams.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe ring is size  US 6 1\/2.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe zar ceremony is an ancient rite performed to appease the spirits. It involves drumming and chanting as well as incense. Researchers are split on the origin of the zar ceremony. Some think it originated in today's Ethiopia. Others think that ancient Persia was the origin.  It was practiced in the Horn of Africa and adjacent areas.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43870119067886,"sku":"R22034","price":190.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/very-rare-vintage-silver-omani-zar-ring-size-6-12-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1710457322"},{"product_id":"vintage-metal-yemeni-wide-bracelet-for-a-small-wrist","title":"Vintage Metal Yemeni Wide Bracelet for a Small Wrist","description":"\u003cp\u003eA quite wide bracelet from Yemen employing applique, roping, and granulation techniques. The closure is a push pin which works well. It is made for a child or a very petite woman. Please see the measurements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInner circumference 14 cm ( 5 1\/2\"). Inner diameter 4.5 cm (1 3\/4\"). The width is 5 cm (2\"). Weight is 89 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43940308156654,"sku":"B22087","price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-metal-yemeni-wide-bracelet-for-a-small-wrist-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1701357688"},{"product_id":"vintage-silver-omani-red-reflector-necklace","title":"Vintage Silver Omani Red Reflector Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a very interesting silver necklace from Oman. It is a girl's necklace with amuletic qualities. The red central piece is a recycled bicycle reflector mounted in silver! This points to its more recent age, but it is also a lovely example of how people use what is around them to make jewelry. Red is a protective color in the Arabian peninsula and so the bicycle reflector can be incorporated in traditional jewelry for amuletic purposes. The lunar-shaped dangles hang from chains. There are two red clay beads on either side fo the pendent.  The pendant hangs from a double chain that is long enough to slip on. The silver tests as high-grade and the necklace is in good shape. There is a dent in the central pendant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA similar necklace can be seen in the British Museum Collection (item 2011.6004.1).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength is 58.5 cm (23\"). The pendant is 12 x 4.7 cm (4 3\/4 x close to 2\") with bale and dangles. Weight 105 g.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44100067361006,"sku":"","price":390.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-silver-omani-red-reflector-necklace-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1701357731"},{"product_id":"vintage-bedouin-necklace-or-forehead-ornament","title":"Vintage Bedouin Necklace or Forehead Ornament","description":"\u003cp\u003eA mixed metal Bedouin necklace from Southern Yemen or Saudi Arabia. The top part is decorated with a central rectangular element adorned with a red glass cabochon. The rest of the necklace is made of slender rectangular elements and two triangular finials. The necklace is worn either over the forehead or tightly around the neck. The necklace has a series of bell dangles as well as stylized hand pendants to protect one from the evil eye. The necklace chain ends with a hook and eye mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe length is 42 cm (16 1\/4\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepth is 8 cm (3 1\/4\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe top tier is 3.2 cm (1 1\/4\") long.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight is 250 g.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry visit the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Section\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44213590229230,"sku":"N23007","price":235.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-bedouin-necklace-or-forehead-ornament-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1701357812"},{"product_id":"vintage-bedouin-yemeni-ring-size-5","title":"Vintage Bedouin Yemeni Ring Size 5","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is an impressive Bedouin tower ring from Yemen. It has granulation on all sides of the shank and silver drops on the top. The central raised area is surrounded by roping. The ring tests positive for silver on a scratch test. It is in good vintage condition. Size 5 at the middle of the shank and 9 g in weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44248115445998,"sku":"R22039","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-bedouin-yemeni-ring-size-5-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1710457411"},{"product_id":"vintage-single-silver-omani-earring","title":"Vintage Single Silver Omani Earring","description":"\u003cp\u003eSingle silver Omani earring.  Locally it's known as \u003cem\u003eghalamiya\u003c\/em\u003e. It is hollow and bicone in shape with a band in the middle delineated with granulation. The earring's body also has lovely granulation work and ends with a mini pyramid of silver balls. The ear wire is a silver wire with a hole at the end. This type of earrings was worn in pairs by women of northern Oman. Similar earrings also exist in Southern Hadramout in Yemen. It is made of good-grade silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn example of this type of earring can be seen in the British Museum's online collection: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.britishmuseum.org\/research\/collection_online\/collection_object_details\/collection_image_gallery.aspx?assetId=1237546001\u0026amp;objectId=3477255\u0026amp;partId=1\"\u003ehttp:\/\/www.britishmuseum.org\/research\/collection_online\/collection_object_details\/collection_image_gallery.aspx?assetId=1237546001\u0026amp;objectId=3477255\u0026amp;partId=1\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength is 6 cm (2 3\/8\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe width is 1.2 cm (1\/2\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe loop is about 1.5 cm (5\/8\") in diameter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight is 8 g. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44253441556718,"sku":"ER22058","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-single-silver-omani-earring-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1710457423"},{"product_id":"vintage-silver-bedouin-choker-necklace-with-long-chains","title":"Vintage Silver Bedouin Choker Necklace with Long Chains","description":"\u003cp\u003eA beautiful silver bedouin necklace with long chains and an oval red glass cabochon in its middle. The necklace, known locally as \u003cem\u003elibba\u003c\/em\u003e,  is made of good-grade silver and is from the 1940s or even older. It was likely made in Hadramout, Yemen, and worn in Saudi Arabia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe choker part is a series of interconnected square elements with spherical dome decorations. In the middle sits the square central element that contains the red glass cabochon which has protective qualities in Bedouin culture. The finials are the traditional triangular shape. The elements are beautifully decorated with granulation and twisted wire. Elongated dangles connect to the choker with handmade chains. The purpose of the dangles is to make noise as the wearer moves. The jingling sound is thought to scare the \u003cem\u003edjin\u003c\/em\u003e or evil spirits away and further protect the wearer. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe necklace is threaded on a braided cord whose ends are tied together around the neck. It is in good vintage condition. One jump ring was originally repaired with a piece of fabric. A few chains and dangles are missing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe length of the silver necklace (without the cord) is 26 cm (8 3\/4\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe length with the cord is 48 cm (18 3\/4\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe choker part is around 3.3 cm (1 3\/8) in width.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe chain and dangles add another 17 cm (6 3\/4 \").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight is 225 g.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry visit the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Section\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44263360725230,"sku":"N22064","price":835.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-silver-bedouin-choker-necklace-with-long-chains-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1701357860"},{"product_id":"vintage-omani-amulet-mounted-in-silver","title":"Vintage Omani Amulet Mounted in Silver","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a vintage Omani amulet featuring what looks like a black hard tree thorn mounted in silver that has been embossed in beautiful patterns. Holding the thorn in place is resin-like or wax material. Such amulets would be worn in a necklace, protecting the wearer from harm much as thorns protect a plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe amulet is probably from the early 20th century and is in good vintage condition. The thorn's tip is broken and the thorn has tiny holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength 5.5 cm (2 1\/4\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth 1.2 cm (1\/2\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight is   9.8 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44386415509742,"sku":"","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-omani-amulet-mounted-in-silver-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1710457527"},{"product_id":"vintage-silver-yemeni-cylindrical-amulet-box-pendant","title":"Vintage Silver Yemeni Cylindrical Amulet Box Pendant","description":"\u003cp\u003eA mid-century cylindrical \u003cem\u003ehirz\u003c\/em\u003e pendant. This type of pendant was worn in both Yemen and Saudi Arabia. It is made in a cylindrical shape and decorated with roping and dangles. The pendant has four bails to thread a cord through. The pendant is made of silver and in good vintage condition with a few dents to the dangles. This \u003cem\u003ehirz\u003c\/em\u003e is sealed and does not open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe width is 8 cm (3 1\/8\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe height from the bails to the bottom of the dangles is 5.5 cm (2 1\/4\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe diameter of the hirz is 2.5 cm (1\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe weight is 45 g.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry visit the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Section\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44469951725806,"sku":"PD22030","price":170.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-silver-yemeni-cylindrical-amulet-box-pendant-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1701357968"},{"product_id":"matching-pair-of-silver-palestinian-bracelets-3","title":"Matching Pair of Silver Palestinian Bracelets","description":"\u003cp\u003eA matching pair of Palestinian bracelets. Made by a local silversmith from sterling silver. He has copied an old style called \u003cem\u003eMabareem \u003c\/em\u003eworn by urban, peasant, and Bedouin women. This pair has hand-etched detailing on the frond-shaped finials. The body is made of a couple of loosely twisted silver wire rods. The last picture shows a Palestinian woman wearing such bracelets.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eElegant and classic, these bracelets can be adjusted around the wrist and worn with the finials closed or open and even as a bypass bracelet. They are made of sterling silver and have a \"925\" stamp.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe inner circumference is 17.5 cm or 6 7\/8\" closed (adjustable).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe inner diameter is 5.5 cm or 2 1\/2\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth is 2 cm (3\/4\") at widest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe weight for both bracelets is 53 grams.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44910898118894,"sku":"B24003","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/signal-2024-03-30-181421_011.jpg?v=1713301495"},{"product_id":"vintage-silver-bedouin-palestinian-cuff-bracelet-1950s-copy","title":"Vintage Bedouin Egyptian or Palestinian Cuff Bracelet 1950's","description":"\u003cp\u003eA nice Bedouin mixed metals bracelet typically made in Cairo and worn in Sinai, Egypt, Palestine, and Jordan. The bracelet has several stampings of \"metal\" to distinguish it from the silver variety. This was probably worn by a woman without the means to buy the bracelet in silver. It was probably made in the 1950s and is in good vintage condition, though somewhat warped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInner circumference is 15.8 cm (6 1\/4\") including a 2.8 cm (just over 1 1\/16\") gap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInner diameter is 5.5 cm (2 1\/4\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth is 2.3 cm (7\/8\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight is 48.3 g.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more Egyptian jewelry, check out the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/egyptian-jewelry\"\u003eEgyptian Collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45331150078190,"sku":"B24005","price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-bedouin-egyptian-or-palestinian-cuff-bracelet-1950-s-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1719183293"},{"product_id":"vintage-bedouin-palestinian-or-egyptian-twisted-wire-cuff-bracelet-with-marks","title":"Vintage Bedouin Palestinian or Egyptian Twisted Wire Cuff Bracelet with Marks","description":"\u003cp\u003eA twisted wire cuff bracelet made in Egypt and worn in both Egypt and Palestine mostly by Bedouin women. The bracelet is probably from the early 1900s and made of mixed metals. It features three thick wires braided together and ending in polyhedral finials. The finials have a hallmark that I cannot make out. It is a rare type of bracelet that has become highly collectible. It is in reasonable vintage condition and fits a small wrist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimilar bracelets can be seen in the Quai Branly Museum (\u003cspan\u003e71.1989.25.94.1-2) and the ‎National Museum of Egyptian Civilization.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe inner circumference is 13 cm (close to 5 1\/8\") with a further 3 cm (1 1\/8\") gap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe inner diameter is 5.5 cm (2 1\/8\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe width is 1.1 cm (7\/16\") width.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight is 86 g.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45396674642158,"sku":"B24007","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-bedouin-palestinian-or-egyptian-twisted-wire-cuff-bracelet-with-marks-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1719183302"},{"product_id":"vintage-bedouin-temple-pendant-or-hair-decoration","title":"Vintage Bedouin Temple Pendant or Hair Decoration","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis lovely Bedouin temple or hair decoration is circa the 1940s or 50s, probably worn to adorn the sides of the head by hooking into the headdress. The metal does not test as silver. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cage-like dome has chains hanging from the bottom, ending in ball dangles. The effect is an excellent sound with movement. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe length from the top of the ring to the bottom of the dangles is 20 cm (8\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe dome's diameter is 2.5 - 3 cm (around 1 - 1 1\/8\").\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe weight is 90 grams.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry visit the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Section\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45507818782958,"sku":"PD24001","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-bedouin-temple-pendant-or-hair-decoration-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1736427157"},{"product_id":"vintage-silver-rashaida-bedouin-or-nubian-hinged-bracelet","title":"Vintage Silver Rashaida Bedouin or Nubian Hinged Bracelet","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis lovely bracelet is made of silver. It was worn by the Rashaida tribe which is an Arab tribe originating from Saudi Arabia\/Yemen which now inhabits also Eritrea in addition to Nubia. The bracelet is handmade with a lot of details:  protruding domed studs and roping in the shape of a flower underneath, and applique diamonds. The bracelet was made in Egypt as evidenced by a three-part silver hallmark that is too worn to determine its age, but it is most likely from the 1930s or 40s.  The bracelet is in good vintage condition for its age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe inner circumference is 19 cm or 7 3\/8 inches. The width is 4 cm or 1 1\/2 inches. Weight is 73.55 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry, please visit the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45511635239150,"sku":"B24014","price":285.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-silver-rashaida-bedouin-or-nubian-hinged-bracelet-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1736427163"},{"product_id":"vintage-silver-omani-amulet-holder-necklace","title":"Vintage Silver Omani Hirz Amulet Holder Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Koran box or hirz most likely from North Oman from the second half of the twentieth century. The rectangular amulet holder is worked in silver with applique gold squares and a central repousse piece. The amulet holder usually has Koranic verses or incantations to protect the wearer. This amulet holder appears to be welded shut. All the elements of this necklace test as high-grade silver. It is in good shape. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe length of the double chain is 66 cm (26\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe amulet box is 8 x 4.8 cm (3 x 1 7\/8\") without the bales.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight is 123.5 g.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45550032552174,"sku":"N24009","price":465.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-silver-omani-hirz-amulet-holder-necklace-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1736427180"},{"product_id":"vintage-silver-yemeni-bracelet-with-bosses","title":"Vintage Silver Yemeni Bracelet with Bosses","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a substantial silver Yemeni Bracelet from Hajjah and Al Dhahiyy regions, called \u003cem\u003ekhus msek\u003c\/em\u003e and worn by northern Yemeni tribes. It is C-shaped and has two rows of bosses. It is likely from the second half of the 20th century and features impressive embossed patterns on the inside. The ends are twisted back in a very definitive fashion and two pairs of spherical dangles hang from loops at either end of the bracelet. The bracelet is meant for a slender wrist (see dimensions below) and does not \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA scratch test shows that the bracelet is made of silver. Overall in good vintage condition though somewhat out of round. There is a similar bracelet in the Quai Branly Museum's collection (\u003cspan\u003e71.1972.49.54\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e. It is also mentioned in Marjorie Ransom's\u003cem\u003e Silver Treasures from the Land of Sheba\u003c\/em\u003e (p.139).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe inner circumference is 16.2 cm (6 3\/8\"), including a 2 cm (3\/4\") gap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe diameter is 5.5 cm (2 1\/8\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe width is 2.2 cm (7\/8\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight is 140.5 g.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry visit the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Section\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45640986951918,"sku":"B24020","price":520.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-silver-yemeni-bracelet-with-bosses-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1736427221"},{"product_id":"vintage-yemeni-bedouin-silver-amulet-holder-pendant","title":"Vintage Yemeni Bedouin Huge Silver Amulet Holder Pendant","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful huge ornate amulet holder or \u003cem\u003ehirz\u003c\/em\u003e opens on one side to hold Koranic verses and incantations that will protect the wearer. The amulet holder is decorated with granulation and roping. The whole pendant is made of silver and is estimated to be about 80 years old. In good vintage condition. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHirz measures  6 5\/8\" x 1 5\/8\"  (17 x  4.2 cm).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight is 197 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor more Bedouin jewelry visit the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry\"\u003eBedouin Jewelry Section\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anteeka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45911987749102,"sku":"PD24002","price":750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/files\/vintage-yemeni-bedouin-huge-silver-amulet-holder-pendant-anteeka-1.jpg?v=1736427309"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/9507\/collections\/collection-bedouin-jewelry-anteeka.jpg?v=1736458794","url":"https:\/\/anteeka.com\/en-il\/collections\/bedouin-jewelry.oembed?page=5","provider":"Anteeka","version":"1.0","type":"link"}