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Old elephaint ivory passed down many generations
reworked to its present form, with silver and turquoise, probably in the 20th century
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Turquoise has been a valued gem, trading for centuries along the silk route
Four large oval turquoise gems, and a smaller one on the silver latch
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This interior detail shows rich ivory grain and reddish henna-staining of ivory inside
also, interior construction of silver attachments...old style hand craftsmanship
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Bracelet measures a generous 8" latched
Each ivory panel is 1-1/2" wide
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Another interior view
There are four Ivory Panels
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Turquoise, and its setting, detail
This photo also shows the beautiful grain of the old ivory
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