This antique silver bracelet bears a simple, elegant tear shaped design at the sides. It is made from high grade silver often obtained from melted down French silver coins. The silver has an attractive aged patina but could be polished to a high shine. The yellowish marks on the inside of the bracelet can be removed with cleaning. It was acquired on a recent trip to Laos where authentic antique hill tribe silver jewellery is now very scarce.
Characteristics
Diameter (inside): 8cm, 3 in
Width of band: 1.5cm, .6 in
Opening: 4cm, 1.6 in
Weight: 41 grams / 1.5 oz.
Period: 19th Century
Provenance: Northern Laos
Read post on Antique Hill Tribe Jewellery
Read about the Hmong
View Laos Photo Gallery