Afghan Armlet, Anklet, Arm Band, Upper Arm Bracelet,Vintage, Fabric, Embroidered

Ethnic festival fun for a unique jewelry accent! This is a vintage Kuchi tribal armband / arm band / armlet or anklet from Afghanistan. A wide fabric band is accented with a combination of fun details. Glass seed beads in shades of white, yellow, green and blue are hand stitched in a zig zag pattern and on the edge detail. Silver metal half circles add a metallic accent. The ends are decorated with two traditional embroidered medallions for a pop of color. This has woven black ties that can be adjusted or cut to the length you prefer. Tie this around your upper arm or wear is as a wide anklet! Lots of ornate detailed pattern on this one! Let your bohemian style fly free with this beauty! Please keep in mind that most Kuchi and Turkoman / Turkmen / Turkomen items are old and used items with a distinct aged patina. They are a nomadic Afghan people who have created amazing jewelry for centuries. Their colorful jewelry combines new, old, metal, beads, coins, stones and fabric. Many pieces are worn due to being used from every day wear, tribal celebrations, belly dance and wedding uses. They are made with a coin-base metal alloy. Condition: Good vintage condition, vintage patina Measurements: 37" tie to tie, 13" beaded section Width: 4 1/2" Weight: 84 grams Please examine enlarged photos for details and condition. Much more beautiful in real life. I am not an expert on vintage jewelry, but I do buy and sell what I love!