Necklace

20th century CE Origin: Kashmir Material: Silver alloy, coral, turquoise , textile cord Design : Floral and geometric bead forms with Himalayan-style polychrome inlay This 20th-century Kashmiri necklace reflects the continuation of Himalayan jewelry traditions shaped by Central Asian, Tibetan, and Persian influences. The necklace is composed of elaborately worked silver alloy beads inlaid with red coral and turquoise-colored stones arranged in floral and geometric patterns. The large heart-shaped pendant forms the visual focal point of the composition, combining ornamental richness with symbolic associations of protection and prosperity. Such jewelry was worn as both adornment and social marker, demonstrating the enduring importance of metalwork and stone inlay in Kashmiri decorative traditions. Private collection - Trām and Beyond

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