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Ruby Hand-Cut and Hand-Faceted Rondelle Precious Gemstones

 

• Hand-Cut and Hand-Faceted Ruby Precious Gemstones
• Handcrafted Sterling Silver Gau Double Fish Locket Pendant, Circa mid-20th Century (Origin: Nepal; Collected: Nepal)
• Handcrafted Sterling Silver Tube Beads and Toggle Clasp from the Northern Hill Tribe of Thailand
• Sterling Silver Findings
• Finished with Silver French Bullion
• Length: 16”

 

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GAU LOCKET PENDANT: The Gau is one of the most recognizable amulets throughout Asia. It is often considered as a prayer box by many different faiths. The wearer may open the back of the locket and place a small prayer of their choosing , a keepsake or small photo. The double fish is symbolic of happiness and wisdom. The Gau is usually worn for protection and blessings. This particular Gau locket pendant was handcrafted in sterling silver Nepal, Circa mid-20th Century (Origin: Nepal; Collected: Nepal).


REPOUSSE’ TECHNIQUE: Repousse’ is an ancient art of metalworking in which a malleable metal (silver and nickel) is ornamented or shaped by hammering from the reverse side. This process has been used for thousands of years to make everything from jewelry to religious icons and is considered nowadays “a lost art.” Please notice the intricate detail work.

 

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Sterling Silver Gau Double Fish Locket Pendant

 

Sterling Silver Tube Beads Toggle Clasp from the Northern Hill Tribe of Thailand

 

 

 

 

Dare to Be Different Jewelry is not responsible for typographical errors that may occur, product prices subject to change without prior notice.  DTBD offers a variety of boutique handmade rubee jewelry, shop for a handcrafted bridesmaid necklace online or custom bridal and wedding jewelry pieces.  Order customized and gow  brides maid jewelry to match your wedding colors,  pieces make perfect gifts for a wedding birthday present bridal shower anniversary Mother's Day and Valentine's Day.

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