The Hmong are a colorful hill tribe people whose homeland is in the mountainous regions of southern China. Hmong living in Laos number around 200,000 and are divided into four sub-groups; the White Hmong, Striped Hmong, Red and Black Hmong. They are renowned for their enviable silversmith skills and unique designs.
Characteristics
Length: 5cm, 2 in
Weight: 24 grams / 0.84 oz
Hill Tribe: Hmong
Period: 19th century
Provenance: Northern Laos
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