antique enamelled necklace from Multan Pakistan
Simple Multan necklace with three plaques decorated in blue, red and turquoise enamel. Beautiful and rare antique necklace, withe old silver beads and 3 large silver / royal blue enamelled pendants from the Punjabi region in Pakistan, Multan. These are collector’s items, very hard to find anymore! Size of the middle pendant is (1.5"x 1.7"), and size 2 side pendants (2.3"x 1.7“), in perfect condition. Length of the necklace is (26"), weight is 137 grams. History of the Object In the Punjab Province of Pakistan, the craft of making jewellery is done by a specific group of artisans. These people inherit the skills by direct descent from father to son. Gems and semi precious stones are worn not only for fashion purposes but they are also worn under the prescription of astrologers and spiritual leaders to protect the wearer from evil.