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Afghani ethnic artisan bracelet
  • Brand: Folkmarket.com
  • SKU: BOHO-6655
  • Product type: Vintage Jewelry
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Product Specifications

SpecificationDetails

Condition

Excellent-mint (EX-MT)

Jewelry material

Silver

Jewelry Category

Bracelet

Age group

All ages

Jewelry Type

Kuchi Jewelry

Target Gender

Female

Craft Category

Jewelry

Special Occasion

Engagements

Crystal Name

Coral

Size

11

Color

Red

Treatments

No

Origin

Pakistan

Crystal Category

Beads

Birthstone

January

Deal Type

Small Deal
SpecificationDetails

Condition

Excellent-mint (EX-MT)

Jewelry material

Silver

Jewelry Category

Bracelet

Age group

All ages

Jewelry Type

Kuchi Jewelry

Target Gender

Female

Craft Category

Jewelry

Special Occasion

Engagements
SpecificationDetails

Crystal Name

Coral

Size

11

Color

Red

Treatments

No

Origin

Pakistan

Crystal Category

Beads

Birthstone

January

Deal Type

Small Deal

Product Description

This is the deal of 5 Pairs of Afghani Tribal Kuchi Bracelet, these beautiful cuffs are from Pakistan. They are made of synthetic stones and German silver.

Key Features:

  • Jewelry Type: Handmade cuff / Handcrafted bracelet
  • Style: Vintage | Tribal
  • Total Pieces: 10
  • Color: Red
  • Stone: Synthetic Coral
  • Size: Stretchable | Adjustable, Open in Back Side
  • Metal: German Silver
  • Origin: Pakistan

What does "Kuchi" mean and who are the Kuchi people?

"Kuchi" is a general term used for various nomadic peoples in Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Iran. Which means "migration" in Farsi and is not the name of a specific tribe. The term for jewelry styles is relatively recent, gaining use since the 1980.

What distinguishes Kuchi jewelry?

Kuchi Jeweleries are usually made of glass insects, often red, green, and blue, made mainly in Pakistan but sold in Afghanistan. Nomadic women's commonly worn these jewelry during migrations, which shows a mix of tribal and regional tradition.

What materials are used in Kuchi jewelry?

Kuchi jewelries are not made of sterling silver but alloys similar to nickel or German silver. Small amounts of silver often come from recycled silver coins.

Are modern Kuchi jewelry pieces authentic?

Many modern Kuchi pieces are newly made and use more colors, including bright ones like pink and neon green.Old, authentic vintage pieces are very rare.Making new pieces helps support the livelihood of people in displaced communities.

What types of Kuchi jewelry items are available?

Common boho chic Afghani jewelry include chokers, bracelets, rings, earrings, nose plugs, head piece, and amulet necklaces.

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