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A Pair of Silver Rings for Women, Yemen Circa 1900
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These striking silver rings from Yemen, crafted circa 1900, offer a vivid glimpse into the everyday jewelry traditions of Yemeni women in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Modest in refinement yet rich in cultural resonance, these rings were intended for practical and decorative use—worn either on the thumb or as large toe rings—and reflect the vernacular style of rural silversmithing.
Each ring is robustly fashioned, with an intentionally raw, handcrafted aesthetic that speaks to their utilitarian purpose and regional character. The outer surface is adorned with a central band of bold granule rosettes, rhythmically spaced and interspersed with raised diamond-shaped projections. This prominent middle row is flanked above and below by stylized myrtle leaf motifs, finely chased with wavy-lined detailing at the tips, invoking traditional botanical symbolism often associated with fertility and protection.
Framing the design, rows of applied bead-like granules accent the upper and lower edges of the ring, enhancing its texture and giving a tactile, ornamental finish. Despite the dense surface decoration, the interior of the bands remains smooth, ensuring comfort for the wearer against the skin.
Rugged, evocative, and authentically crafted, this pair of rings stands as a powerful example of Yemeni tribal jewelry, celebrating both functionality and symbolic expression in adornment. Their presence in a collection offers not only visual interest but cultural depth, rooted in the lived traditions of Yemen’s women.
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