Indian Yoni Amulet Indian Material: Bamboo wood

Material: Bamboo wood

Laden with thick  silver plates

One of my favorite finds in tribal silver is pieces that have both clean

but can be easily polished to high shine

It looks like the turquoise has been replaced in the center bead

Indian Yoni Amulet Indian Material: Bamboo woodAmulets are an ever present part of life in India. They are squared during important life rites and concentrate not only accomplishments but endow blessings for the future. This large, highly detailed amulet features a female figure in a yoni shaped housing. While the stones are missing, the remaining spaces create an attractive dot pattern. Material: Sterling silver Measurements: Pendant 3. 5" x 2. 5", 16" chain Age: C. 1910