Palestinian Haydari High Grade Sterling Silver Heavy Thick Cuff Bracelet Antique

Palestinian Haydari High Grade Sterling Silver Heavy Thick Cuff Bracelet RARE FIND A fine art antique silversmith piece from the Middle East. A very unique and rare collectible piece dated in the late 1800's to early 1900’s. This is an antique, traditional Palestinian Haydari cuff bracelet historically worn by women in Bethlehem & surrounding villages in the 1800's to early 1900's. Haydari bracelets were worn in central Palestine, most famously worn by Bethlehem women, but also by Jaffa women. They were often part of the dowry and a woman had at least two, one for each wrist. Some women wore a few stacked on each arm. Handmade of solid silver and dispays a stunning patina. The softly worn surface reflects much use, but many crisp details remain. The bracelet has 5 protrusions each one resembling an eye. Palestinian jewelry is very rare and much of it has disappeared either into museums or private collections. Detailed with engraved motifs and floral designs. • Circa: Late 1800’s to Early 1900’s • Solid, Heavy Sterling Silver, 77 grams • Suitable for a small wrist Inside measurement (end to end): 5 inches Gap: 1 1/4 inch Width: 3/4 inches • NON-adjustable, will not bend • It does not show the silversmith's marks; this is definitely a genuine piece of Palestinian cultural heritage. • Excellent pre-owned condition. • Some tarnish present, commensurate with age. • Collectible • Investment • Jewelry Legacy #1123