Dramatic and infinitely Tribal. This wonderful Old Turkmen Tribal Jewelry Headpiece (Ghashbagh) is in excellent condition ready for wear or adding to your collection of Turkmen Tribal Jewelry. Thread a chain, ribbon or cord through the two hooks on either side of the side chains to secure in place. Can be worn alone, or under/over veils or caps. Classic red beads, all intact. Cascading pendants along the sides are in the shape of Adamlyks (stylized female form). Ersari Turkmen. Approximately 50 years old.

 

Measurements:

   Weight = 11.0 oz   

   Size = 14 inches across forehead (not counting chains) 1 inch = 2.54 cm

             19 inches long each side

             6-1/4 inches long center drop

             please see images for photo with 12-inch ruler