Miao Bracelet - New Spiral Design Cuff Bracelet - Hmong Miao Cuff
Spiral design bracelet from Miao craftsmen in China. Made from a silver alloy in wire work and large granulation details. Great smaller bracelet for dance or every day wear. Adjustable and will shine up nicely if that’s your preference.
Spiral design cuff bracelet made from a silver alloy in a series of graduated circular plates. Each component is made from coiled wire with silver ball in the center. The plates are layered end to end to form the bracelet band which can be adjusted to fit from about 7.25 inches up to 9 inches around or perhaps a bit more. Made from a silver alloy. Metal color looks like sterling, and will tarnish with time. Fairly lightweight and easy to adjust. Handmade in China by Miao craftsmen.
The Miao are an ethnic group belonging to South China. Silver jewelry is a well-known traditional craft of the Miao people. Apart from being a cultural tradition, it also symbolizes the wealth of Miao women. As a Miao saying goes, “decorated with no silver or embroidery, a girl is not a girl”. It was especially important to wear heavy and intricate silver headdresses and jewelry during significant occasions and festivals, notably during weddings, funerals and springtime celebration. Silver jewelry is an essential element of Miao marriages, particularly to the bride. Miao families would begin saving silver jewelry for girls at an early age.
Item No. JBC0153
Width: 1.5 Inches at the center
Inner Circumference: Adjustable - from about 7.25 inches up to 9 inches or a little more.
Inner Diameter: Adjustable
Materials: Silver Alloy - about 60% silver
Metal Color: Silvery, White Metal
Finish: Polished, shiny
Closure: Opening in the back. Adjustable.
Country of Origin: China
Condition: New
Price listed is for ONE bracelet.
Photos are representative. You will receive similar piece(s) to those shown in the photos on this page in the quantity selected.
A NOTE ON THE CONDITION OF TRIBAL ITEMS: Our new jewelry is tribal jewelry or newly made jewelry from tribal craftsmen in faraway lands. The condition of our items will reflect their prior travels through many hands before arriving at The Red Camel. Even with new pieces, there may be small flaws here and there that reflect their journey. We do our best to describe any such flaws that may be present, and we encourage you to read the full description and look at all photos closely to judge the condition of the item for yourself and know exactly what you are ordering. If you have questions about the condition of any item, please ask!
