Beautiful handmade necklace made of natural light purple silk threads, cotton (upper-section), glass and plastic beads and 1900’s nickel coins. The traditional jewelry of the Ixil area has silk as main material. Even earrings are made out of silk and are decorated with beads. This piece has been used by Ixil women. Please notice that the price includes FREE USPS Shipping.
Age: Approximately made in the 1950’s
Ethnic Group: Ixil
Origin: Chajul, El Quiché
Materials: silk threads, glass beads, plastic beads and nickel coins
Use: Necklace
Technique: Handmade by local Artisans
Size: Approximately 16”
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