Vintage Yemeni Headdress, Intricate Head Band Made of Metal

A 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.  

• Length is 47 cm 18 1/2 inches.
• Width is 9 cm or 3 1/2 inches.
• Weight is 451.4 grams.