{"product_id":"traditional-handcrafted-tuareg-silver-bangle-bracelet-niger","title":"Chinese Ethnic Minority Silver Bracelet - Yunnan Province","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis substantial silver bracelet was handcrafted in Yunnan Province, a region of southwestern China renowned for its rich diversity of ethnic minority cultures and distinctive silver jewelry traditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bracelet features a hinged construction with an integrated clasp and is decorated with finely executed geometric motifs, including crescents, dots, and radiating sunburst designs arranged in repeating panels. The clean architectural form and carefully balanced decoration reflect the enduring appeal of traditional Yunnan silverwork.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilver jewelry has long played an important role among many of Yunnan’s ethnic communities, serving as adornment, a symbol of prosperity, and a valued form of personal wealth. Bracelets such as this were worn both for everyday use and special occasions and continue to be appreciated today for their craftsmanship and cultural significance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin: Yunnan Province, China\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCulture: Ethnic minority tradition (attributed)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Silver alloy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnique: Handcrafted, engraved and punch-decorated, hinged construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDate: Late 20th century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 80 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterior Diameter: Approximately 2 7\/16 inches (6.2 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth: Approximately 13\/16 inch (2.1 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: Good vintage condition with minor wear and patina consistent with age and use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA handsome example of traditional Yunnan silverwork and a distinctive addition to any collection of Asian jewelry or ethnographic art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"The Niger Bend","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53518930608435,"sku":"MBR-509","price":299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/thenigerbend.com\/products\/traditional-handcrafted-tuareg-silver-bangle-bracelet-niger","provider":"Niger Bend","version":"1.0","type":"link"}