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Batak Spiral Silver Earring 'Padung'

$1,545per set
£1,160.65per set
€1,338.42per set
CA$2,143.89per set
A$2,382.33per set
CHF 1,248.37per set
MX$29,215.08per set
NOK 15,922.21per set
SEK 14,979.03per set
DKK 9,989.36per set
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About the Item

These large spiral brass earrings, crafted from a single thick brass wire are called 'Padung', a type of earring worn by the Batak Karo Tribe from northern Sumatra, Indonesia. This large low grade silver & brass spiral earring are completely solid, due to their heavyweight, these earrings are usually attached to a headdress so as not to tear the earlobe. The 'Padung' Earrings are worn by married women. Measurements: Height 17cm x Weight 14.5cm x Depth 0.5 Weight: 511grams/pcs 1022grams/pair.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.7 in (17 cm)Width: 5.71 in (14.5 cm)Depth: 0.2 in (5 mm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Tribal (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Jimbaran, ID
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5881226694932

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