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Vintage Turkoman bells on a chain that can be used on costuming or as a necklace. These bells are the detailed, extra large ones that make a very loud jingle, often seen on costuming and accessories at ren faires and other belly dance events. Handmade chain. Bells have a small round bell clapper inside each one. The Turkmen have remained very well known for their unique and beautiful jewelry and adornment traditions.
Item No. DMX0603
Chain Length: About 26 inches
Bell Size: 1.5 inches long including bale, and about 1 inch wide
Materials: Mixed metals
Metal Color: A bit bronzey, tarnished and dark
Finish: Unpolished
Additional Info: Traditional design with wirework detailing.
Chain is long, but could be made shorter if you like, and there is an S-hook fastener.
All these bells are in good vintage condition - a few small dents here and there.
Area of Origin: Central Asia
Condition: Vintage
Please check photos carefully for condition. You will receive the exact piece(s) shown in the photos on this page. This is a USED piece that has been previously worn in country. As a previously used tribal item it may have small flaws such as loose or missing jewels, missing bells, obvious repairs, may be tarnished or worn, or have other small flaws.
A NOTE ON THE CONDITION OF TRIBAL ITEMS: Our jewelry is used tribal jewelry, from faraway lands. As used pieces the condition of our items will reflect their prior lives as treasured tribal pieces. Please know that we strive to maintain the tribal allure of our items and therefore we do not clean or repair these pieces in any way. We leave that choice to the buyer, as each may prefer something different. This not only maintains the old, tribal look of each piece that our belly dance customers seek, but also preserves the value of a piece that cleaning might diminish.
We do our best to describe any flaws that may be present in our items, 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!
