Pair of Fine and Heavy Silver Anklets - Oman

Oman is well known for its fine silver works: Belts, bracelets, other jewellery as well as silver decorations of the legendry Omani khanjars. All of high level chasing filigree and other decoration techniques. 

The heavy silver bracelets from Oman of a somewhat unusual shape. Semicircular in cross section hollow frame hinged in about third of the perimeter. Wide top perfectly chased in a complex geometrical pattern.

These anklets were made in Nizwa, Oman, and worn at weddings and other celebrations. They are probably a development from similar anklets from the Indian subcontinent.

Inner diameter 2 ½ inches (6 cm). Outer diameter 4 1/2 inches (11 cm) wideness 1 – 2 ½ inches (2.5 – 5 cm) weight 245 and 250 grams. Very good condition. A fine, 19 C. silver work of Oman.

See also: Jehan S, Rajab “Silver Jewellery of Oman”, Page 33