2 MAKARA BRACELETS - Pair of Vintage buy Afghan Baluchi Cuffs - Handcrafted Tribal Jewelry from Central Asia

Price includes PAIR of bracelets as shown.

These large Afghan cuff-bracelets were handcrafted during the mid to late 1900's for the nomadic Kuchi tribe of Balochistan in Central Asia.

They are vintage tribal jewelry, not new reproductions

MEASUREMENTS (1 inch = 2.54 cm)
Inside Wrist Circumference = 6.75 inches (including gap)
Wrist gap = 1.5 inches
Inside Wrist Diameter = 2.5 inches
Band Width = 3/4 inch at widest part
Weight = 6.5 oz for pair
Shipping Weight = 13 oz
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These remarkable old bracelets get their name from the stylized Makara faces on their ends. The Makara was a legendary ferocious sea-dragon in Hindu mythology who offers protection.

Makara were said to carry the buy river Goddess Ganga where ever she goes so she can purify, nurture and protect all those who come to her waters.

Because these unusual bracelets are hollow, they are relatively lightweight, but do not bend.

In excellent condition, they have a warm age-patina and mild wear-patterns.

Price includes PAIR of bracelets as shown.

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About the BALUCHI (BALOCH): According to the Halsey Institute, the Baluchis are a sub-tribe from Turkmenistan who migrated thousands of years ago into the region of what is today southwestern Afghanistan.

They enjoy an ancient and widespread presence throughout Central Asia, extending all the way to the Arabian Peninsula. Many Balochi live in Balochistan located in the Indus Valley on the Persian Plateau.

An extremely diverse region, Balochistan has rich natural resources and a long impressive cultural history. ©