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1. Coral Gau. This lovely, old charm box (gau) was worn by a devout Buddhist in the Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan and once contained religious images, prayers or other sacred objects. It acted as a portable shrine and insured protection for the arduous journey undertaken. |
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2. Gold Coma Set. This set of elaborate dress fasteners are known as coma in the Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan. Coma are used to join two corners of the traditional rectangular dress (kira) at each shoulder for wearing. |
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3. Indian Torque Necklace. This heavy torque necklace was worn by men and women of several tribal groups, including the Rabari, in the Kutch region of Gujarat, India. |
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4. Naga Beaded Necklace and Belt Set. This richly colored, multistrand beaded necklace and belt set would adorn a traditional Konyak Naga woman for ceremonial occasions. |
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5. Tiger Bracelets. These charming tiger headed silver bracelets were made in Burma.. |
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6. Timor Bird and Bell Bracelet. This handsome antique bracelet rings rhythmically as a woman dances in traditional
ceremony on the island of Timor |
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7. Timor Bell Bracelet. This antique dance bracelet has a glorious patina of many years of service. |
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8. Timor Silver Cuff Bracelet. This antique dance bracelet has a handsome patina and was worn by men and women. |
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9. Laos Tribal Bangle Bracelets. These antique bangle bracelets feature a stylized serpent design. |
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