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Necklace and Asyk - Uzbekistan

Posted by Peter Hoesli on November 11, 2014 at 9:42am
This set was manufactured in Russia for Uzbekistan back in 1883. Each section features 3 stamps in the front and 3 in the back. The Asyk is double sided. The second photo shows the reverse side. It is silver, heavy guilding and gorgeous enamel work. This set is huge and weighs 1,700 grams!
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  • Linda Pastorino November 11, 2014 at 8:58pm

    Hi, can you show us the stamps ? i have been catalogueing them.
    thanks

  • Linda Pastorino November 11, 2014 at 9:02pm

    Hi, would you mind showing the enameling close up please. i would like to compare this to other pieces in the group that I am studying and want to see how these relate to the others in technique.

  • Peter Hoesli November 11, 2014 at 9:50pm

    Dear Linda; Many thanks for your comments. I am not having the item with me right now, however, I will make the requested fotos as soon as possible and forward them to you.

    With kind regards and best wishes. Peter

  • Linda Pastorino November 12, 2014 at 4:08pm

    Hi Peter can you get in touch with me directly by way of email , I wanted to discuss something with you and not on the feed. thanks 

  • Marie-Ange November 12, 2014 at 7:16pm

    Wow Peter what a gorgeous set of jewelry!!  I adore the Asyk very much, both front and back are just amazing!!  You were very lucky to have the opportunity to find this set!

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