{"product_id":"antique-turkmen-silver-heart-necklace-tribal-asyk-statement","title":"Vintage Turkmen Silver Heart Tribal Asyk Statement Necklace","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe Protective Asyk Pendant is a stunner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe large, broad heart centerpiece is a traditional amulet known as an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eAsyk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e in Turkmen and Uzbek tribal culture, historically worn as a sacred protective talisman. \u003cbr\u003eThis is likely a mid century piece. 80-90 years old.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe beautiful surface design, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003epainstakingly hammered entirely by hand from the reverse side to push out the beautiful floral details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIt has agate and possibly carnelian or red agate cabochons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIt tests positive for silver on an acid test so is likely a lower grade tribal silver alloy which was commonly made from melted down silver coins combined with other metals and coins such as brass and copper etc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe bottom of the heart features a fluid, cascading tassel fringe made of delicate dangling metal discs. It is designed to catch the light and create a soft, musical jingling sound as the wearer moves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eGood Vintage Condition\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSome natural patina and there is a mark on back which indicate perhaps metal alloy or similar underneath silver top coat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eApprox Measurements-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTotal length 21”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe group of hearts are 8” across\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e1.5” longest length of individual heart\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e57.10 grams in weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHighly collectible- £95+ value online\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSo I am offering you a wee bargain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMy handpicked jewellery is usually vintage and or preloved so please expect some signs of wear. I only sell pieces I would wear personally. The photos form part of the description so have a good nose. I delicately clean pieces in need but try and not remove patina from vintage or antique pieces as this removes the story of the piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eI accept returns on everything if notified within 14 days but please be mindful that I am a one woman small business and only request returns for crucial reasons as I cannot sustain lots of them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePlease see my returns policy at bottom of homepage for more info.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ria Bazaar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58418155258201,"sku":null,"price":46.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1027\/6415\/1129\/files\/B3A3655A-9B2B-49CB-A15E-480F8ED7B97F.jpg?v=1782643608","url":"https:\/\/riabazaar.com\/products\/antique-turkmen-silver-heart-necklace-tribal-asyk-statement","provider":"Ria Bazaar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}