Silver hairpin with Scythian influence, Gilgit region, Karakoram Range, Central Asia

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A beautiful silver hairpin showing Scythian influence, the finial with openwork design in the form of a mythical animal.
Stock Number:
x4086
$ 1450.00

Description

A beautiful silver hairpin showing Scythian influence, the finial with openwork design in the form of a mythical animal.

 

Origin:

Late 1st millennium B.C. Gilgit region (Silk Road), Karakoram Range, Central Asia

Dimensions:

19.5 x 5.0 cm

Condition:

Some minor loss to tip of finial; otherwise intact; excellent patina overall. Oxidised patina, presented on a custom display mount