IND141. These good
silver pendants/amulets came from the Rajasthan/Gujarat area of India.
#1 has script on it, but I don't know what it means... it weighs 22.1
grams - $65.US. # 2 is a rectangular amulet which was constructed
in an interesting way. The pattern was hammered into a sheet of silver,
which was then wrapped around a rectangle of bronze which you can only see
from behind. 27.3 grams - $70.US. #3 is very thick silver
and the hammered design shows on the back as well. It is very attractive
to look at. The amulet weighs 22 grams - $60.US. #4 is another
amulet which is built like a box with top, sides and bottom. It measures
2 1/2 inches from top of loops to bottom of pendant. It has a very
sweet looking Ganesha on it. 45.1 grams - $135.US. #5 has a temple
shape measuring 2 3/8 inches tall. The piece is hammered from behind
so that you can see the pattern when you turn it over. 19.8 grams -
$50.US. Pendant #6 is 3 5/8 inches tall and hammered from behind.
There are lots of interesting details in the image. 29 grams - $85.US..
(#1 is available, all others are sold) 
IND144. This is
a huge ring that could use a little brushing off inside - it is not terribly
clean. The ring is made of silver in the shape of a 2 inch long pendant.
This is a size 9-9.5 and weighs 65 grams. That is quite a lot for a
ring. $155.US. 
IND149. This is a graceful dragon bracelet from India.
It is hollow but sectioned off inside. One end at the mouth
of the dragon has come off years ago, so you can see inside less than
an inch where the section is. This is an antique piece weighing
76.3 grams. The inside measures 2 inches by 2 1/4 inches across
the inside. It best fits a wrist of about 7 inches around.
See page 206 of "the World of Bracelets". It is explained
there that the bracelets are worn in Rajasthan and Himachal Pradesh -
originally with lions heads - a Sythian motif that came originally from
Persia. The head has gradually came to look like a dragon.
$135.US.
IND150. This is a woven silver bracelet decorated with
five fat clumps of beads wired into place. The bracelet screws
open and shut so can fit closely. It has a lot of attractive
textures working together. It fits on a wrist 6 1/2 inches around
or under. Do note that the direction that screws open and close
in is opposite in North America than it is in India. The bracelet
is dramatic in a very quiet way - I do like it a lot. $325.US.
IND154. These two necklaces are sterling silver grade.
They are both heavy and move gently like a snake. The
silver is woven together into a solid and dense cord which shut with
hooks. The fatter one on the outside - #1 - is 18 inches long and
the silver is 3/8 inch in diameter. $445.US. The narrower
necklace on the inside - #2 - is 17 1/2 inches long and 5/16 inch in
diameter. $345.US. (#2 is available) 
IND156. Hindu amulets are important in representing a
deity, and accessing their power. A priest or shaman can activate
the power so that it remains attached to that amulet forever.
This is an amulet of Ganesha, the elephant headed son of Shiva.
He has the ability to remove obstacles in one's path. This
is a large amulet as well measuring 4 5/8 inches tall, 4 inches wide
and 14 inch thick at the edges - thicker in the middle of the amulet.
This weighs 173 grams and costs $675.US.
IND157. Here is a slightly smaller (but still large)
amulet of Ganesha, the elephant headed son of Shiva who works at
creating good. This is 4 1/4 inches tall, 3 1/2 inches wide, and
1/4 inch thick at the edges. The amulet weighs 139 grams and
costs $545.US
IND160. Amulet #1 - This woman seems to be riding a lion.
The piece is old and has been handled quite a lot as the wearer
has rubbed it for luck. It gives a beautiful tone to the silver
and emphasizes the contrast. The amulet is 3 1/8 inches tall, 2
3/8 inches wide and 1/4 inch thick. It weighs 86 grams and is
$225.US. Amulet #2 has horse and rider holding a sword.
The silver is beautiful against the orange powder behind.
78 grams - $205.US
IND163. Most of these amulets are made from a single
thick hammered piece of silver - the heavier ones have a second sheet
behind. Amulet #1 is 2 1/4 inches tall. 16 grams - $58.US.
Amulet #2 is 2 5/8 inches tall. 20 grams - $72.US.
Amulet #3 is 2 3/8 inches tall. 14 grams - $50.US.
Amulet #4 is 2 1/8 inches tall. 19 grams - $68.US.
Amulet #5 is 2 3/8 inches tall. 32 grams - $115.US.
Amulet #6 is 2 1/4 inches tall. 21 grams - $76.US. (#3 & #5 are available, the others are sold)
IND164. Pendant #1 is round with a diameter of 3 1/2
inches. It looks like a dancing elephant looking at a woman with
a broom. 29 grams - $46.US. Amulet #2 is arrow shaped and
3 1/4 inches tall. 33 grams - $118.US. Amulet #3 is round,
2 1/2 inches tall and 2 inches across. 37 grams - $133.US.
Amulet #4 is 2 inches tall and13 grams - $47.US.
Amulet #5 is 2 1/4 inches tall and 13 grams - $47.US. (#3 is available, the others are sold)
IND171. This is an enlarged image of a silver signet
ring. It has an inscribed seal on the 11/16 inch wide oval on the
front. The ring itself is a size 9. $45.US.
IND179. This strand of glass beads is darker than it
appears in the photo. A deep rich green that is very attractive
against the gold plated (sterling silver underneath) pendants, end
beads and clasp. The strand is 18 inches long, and very
attractive to wear exactly as it is. It would make a beautiful
gift. $160.US.
IND180. Here is a lovely silver armband with bits inside
to make a shaking sound when it is moved. Wonderful for dancing!
It is about 10 inches around on the inside and measures 3
1/8 by 2 3/4 inches. The opening is 1 3/4 inches across.
This has been hammered into shape and decorated with hammered
patterns. It has a good old traditional look to it. The end
pieces are 15/16 inches tall. This is a very attractive piece.
$185.US.
IND181. This is an interesting bracelet with a silver
overlay. Everything has been hammered into shape from a sheet of
silver. It is a painstaking art. This bracelet measures 2
1/4 by 1 5/8 inches on the inside with an opening of 1 inch. This
is for a wrist that is no larger than 6 1/2 inches around. It has
a little something inside to make a little noise when shaken.
$130.US.
IND183. This old silver dragon bracelet has bells inside
to make noise while moving. This bracelet is on the small side,
for a delicate hand. The inside measurements are 2 by 1 3/4
inches across.
The opening is 3/4 inch across. $175.US. (sold)
IND186. These are attractive antique silver
pendants from India. Each one refers to a traditional story,
lesson to be learned, and god. They are priced by weight.
#1 -2 1/8 inches tall. $48.US. #2 - 2 1/4 inches tall.
$78.US. #3 - 2 1/4 inches tall. $62.US. #4 - 1 3/8 inches
tall. $62.US. #5 - 1 5/8 inches tall. $65.US. #6 - 1 7/8
inches tall. $54.US. #7 - 2 inches tall. $38.US. #8 - 1
3/4 inches tall. $30.US. (#1, #2, #4 & #5 are available, the others are sold)
IND187. These antique silver pendants are very
attractive with graceful images all relevent to the long spiritual
history of India. All are priced by weight. #1 - 2 1/2
inches tall. $84.US. #2 - 2 5/8 inches tall. $99.US. #3 -
2 3/4 inches tall. $105.US. #4 - 2 5/8 inches tall. $90.US.
#5 - 2 1/8 inches tall. $128.US. #6 - 2 1/2 inches tall.
$82.US. (#1, #2 & #6 are sold)
IND188. These two silver pendants are not "antique" but
are 20 or so years old. They are made of heavy silver in the
traditional way illustrating stories of the gods. Both of the
pendants have a putty-like material on them which can be cleaned off.
I will leave that to the new owner. Pendant #1 - 3 3/4
inches tall. $205.US. Pendant #2 - 3 3/4 inches tall. $270.US.
IND191. Here are small antique sterling silver beads from
India. Strand #1 - 13 inches long. $92.US. Strand #2 - 8
7/8 inches long. $72.US. Strand #3 - 8 1/4 inches long. $72.US.
Strand #4 - 18 inches long. $160.US. Strand #5 - 15
inches long. $104.US. (all are now sold)
IND192. Each set of pendants has its own character.
I am not sure if I could pick a favourite as each style seems to
have its own aesthetic. Pendants #1 - are 1 3/8 by 1 1/8 inches
in size. $186.US. Pendants #2 - are 1 1/4 by 1 1/8 inches in
size. $82.US. Pendants #3 - are 1 5/8 by 1 1/16 inches in size.
$130.US. (#1 is available, the others are sold)
IND193. Here are three groups of antique silver
pendants. Pendants #1 & #3 are very similar to each
other. Pendants #1 - are 1 5/8 inches long. $62.US.
Pendants #2 - are 1 1/8 inches long. $52.US. Pendants #3 - are 1
5/8 inches long. $68.US. (all are sold)
IND194. Pendant #1 is 4 1/4 inches long.
It is antique and the hanging loops are quite worn from the
pendants swinging back and forth. The pendants seem to be for
cleaning the ears or some similar duty. This needs to be worn
gently. - $50.US. Pendant #2 is 3 5/8 inches tall and quite
heavy, with the addition of coloured glass and bells. A number of
the loops are wrapped with cotton thread to keep them from wearing away
too quickly. $115.US.
IND195. Pendant #1 is just under 2 inches across,
good silver and decorated with coloured glass pieces. - $44.US.
Pendant #2 is 1 7/8 inches across, good silver, quite comples with
bells and coloured glass and fine stamped flower decorations. - $74.US.
Pendants #3 is a group of antique good silver pendants averaging
1 1/4 inches across. - $48.US. Pendants #4 is a group of three
old silver tubular amulets with large hanging loops and bells.
They average slightly under 1 inch across. - $88.US. (#1 & #3 are available)
IND196. This is a very attractive, very simple, antique,
good silver amulet. There are no decorative features other than
the shape of the amulet itself and the leaf shaped pendants. The
piece is a little bumped here and there, but it is old and has been
worn a lot, bringing luck to the owner. This is 3 7/8 inches
across and 2 1/8 inches tall including hanging loops. $110.US. (sold)
IND199. This ring is a slightly more complex
version of one of the rings on page 133 of "A World of Rings".
This antique silver ring is marked with 9 stars. The
decorative part of the ring has "stairs" behind it to hold it up a bit.
This was made for the small finger. size 5. $205.US.
IND200. This is a simple pendant made with old
coins as the main feature. There are also silver bells and
natural coral. The piece is 3 5/8 inches tall. $34.US. (sold)
IND201. These rings are both from the Kondh people
of Orissa, South India. #1 is made of silver coins (1962 &
1963) from India, shaped into a flower and decorated. It looks
very distinctive when worn. size 7.5. - $75.US. #2 is
similar to rings shown on page 148/49 of "A World of Rings". It
is made of bronze with a flat back and circled front. It measures
1 7/8 inches across and is a size 5 - $55.US. (both rings are sold)
IND202.
This is a newish ring made in the last 40 or 50 years. It
is a signet ring with a very distinctive design on it. One the
left side of the photo you can see that a dotted pattern has been added
to the ring band - it is rather intriguing. size 10.5.
$55.US. 
IND204. This is a rather amazing heavy solid silver
dragon bracelet from the Himachal Pradesh area of India. You can
see more of this "type" of piece on page 206 of "A World of Bracelets".
Quoting from the description of the author: "Bracelets with
lion's heads, a Scythian motif that came originally from Persia, were
probably worn only by chiefs in early times. This head has
gradually come to look like a dragon. Heavy ones were considered
an investment and were not often worn. I find this graceful and
very aesthetic and love the way that it grips my wrist. My wrist
is 6 1/2 inches and oval in shape - it won't work for anyone larger.
$475.US. (sold)
IND205. This antique silver bracelet is from Pakistan.
This is in the age range of 100 years or so, is well made with a
thick slice of silver and beautifully decorated. You can see
another of this type on page 163 of "A World of Bracelets". The
author says "These shapes are shared by the Pashtun. There are
many variations on the Swat bracelet. Bracelets with lion heads
existed in Iran before the Achaemenian period." This bracelet is
highly influenced by the past. For wearing, it must fit perfectly
so that it does not fall off - as the opening is quite large (1 1/5
inches across). A nice rounded wrist is the best, about 7 inches
around. $250.US.
IND206. This is a similar bracelet to the one above -
from Pakistan and made by the Pashtun. It has a narrower back
section. This is also best on a rounded arm of 7 inches around or
so. It needs to grip closely to stay on. $240.US.
IND207. Small Lingham with attractive bead chain. $195.US.
IND208. Large, antique silver Lingham with silver chain. $900.US.
IND209. #1 is $68.US. #2 is $28.US.
#3 is $66.US. #4 is $52.US. #5 is
$28.US. #6 is $48.US. (#2 is sold)
IND211. Brass bracelet with bells. $65.US.
IND212. Brass bracelet/cuff with intricate designs. $120.US.
IND213. Antique Nagaland shell pieces and carnelians. $465.US.
IND214. This is a very nice antique ring with a sacred
cow sitting comfortably on it. The cow has been touched many
times on its head so it is smoothed over the top and the horns.
It would be carrying blessings with it. The ring is a size
7.5. The base that the cow is sitting on is 7/8 inch long.
$125.US. (sold)
IND215. This antique silver ring came from Orissa, India. Size 7. $85.US. (sold)
IND216. This ring from India is similar to a ring on page
132 of "a World of Rings". It has a jump ring going through it so
I imagine it had been worn as a pendant. size 9. $65.US.
IND272. I have a group of very old, very well used
Lingham boxes or caskets here. They all need cords or chain for
suspension. According to "Traditional Jewelry of India", "The
lingam is used as a meditation device to allow the worshipper to
concentrate on Shiva. In daily worship, the lingam is removed
from its casket and placed upright in the left palm with the indented
dot facing the worshipper, who pours a water or milk libation over it
with the right hand while reciting appropriate mantras. The water
offering or milk that falls into a tray placed below is collected and
imbibed by the worshiper, since to drink this sacred liquid, which has
theoretically contacted the lingam, purifies and strengthens the
individual and expels all sin. After the ceremony, the encased
lingam is dried, wrapped in cloth, and returned to the casket, ready to
be worn again." 
IND273. This antique Lingham box is a very unusual shape.
It is 2 1/4 inches wide and 2 1/2 inches tall. I
photographed the more damaged side. The other side is more
attractive. $360.US.
IND274. This antique Lingham box is a traditional shape
like that of an egg. It is 2 1/2 inches wide and 2 1/8 inches
tall. These are all very memorable pieces, over 100 years old.
$350.US.
IND275. This antique Lingham box has decorative panels on
the side that look like clover shapes. It is 2 1/2 inches wide
and slightly over 2 inches tall. $380.US.
IND276. This is a very beautifully made, quite heavy
antique silver ring. I am not sure of the origin. size 12.
$95.US.
IND277. This pendant is 1 1/2 inches tall. $49.US.
IND278. This pendant is 2 inches tall. $38.US. (sold)
IND279. There is a group of antique silver pendants from
India here: #1 is 1 3/8 inches tall. $44.US. #2 is 1
inch tall. $14.US. #3 is 1 3/16 inches tall. $18.US.
#4 is 1 3/8 inches tall. $32.US. #5 is 1 5/16
inches tall. $20.US. #6 is 1 3/8 inches tall.
$24.US. #7 is 1.5 inches tall. $45.US. #8 is
1 7/16 inches tall. $30.US. #9 is 1 1/2 inches tall.
$18.US.
IND280. Here is a group of antique silver pendants from
India: #1 is 1 1/8 inches tall. $24.US. #2 is 1 1/2
inches tall. $14.US. #3 is 1 1/8 inches tall.
$54.US. #4 is 1 11/16 inches tall. $56.US. #5
is 1 1/2 inches tall. $38.US.
IND281. There are three antique silver pendants from
India here: #1 is 2 3/8 inches tall. $89.US. #2 is
2 1/8 inches tall. $42.US. #3 is 2 1/4 inches tall.
$110.US.
IND282. There are two antique silver pendants from India
here: #1 is 1 3/8 inches tall. $70.US. #2 is 1 7/16
inches tall. $78.US.
IND283. Here is a group of antique silver pendants from
India: #1 is 1 9/16 inches tall. $24.US. #2 is 1
3/4 inches tall. $30.US. #3 is 1 3/4 inches tall.
$38.US. #4 is 1 1/2 inches tall. $42.US. #5
is 1 3/4 inches tall. $48.US. #6 is 1 7/16 inches tall.
$28.US. #7 is 2 3/16 inches tall. $48.US. (#2 & #7 are sold)
IND284. Here are three antique silver pendants from
India: #1 is 2 1/8 inches tall. $65.US. #2 is 2 1/4
inches tall. $112.US. #3 is 2 3/8 inches tall.
$116.US.
IND285. This complex and heavy antique silver pendant from India is 2 7/8 inches tall. $148.US.
IND286. This antique silver pendant from India is 2 1/2 inches tall. $124.US.
IND287. This antique silver pendant from India is 3 1/8 inches tall. $200.US.
IND288. This antique silver pendant from India is 3 3/8 inches tall. $110.US.
IND289. This antique silver ring is very similar to one
on page 133 of "a World of Rings". The finger part is made of
copper, but the built up piece above is all silver. The ring has
a bell inside so it is noisy when you shake your hand. size 8.
$50.US.
IND291. This necklace, made in India has an antique
silver amulet and beads on a multi coloured cord. The amulet is 2
1/2 inches wide and the necklace is 18 inches long. $135.US.
IND293. This antique pendant is 2 5/8 inches tall.
It sits beautifully with the fat silver beads on each side.
The multi-coloured necklace is 18 inches around. $185.US.
IND294. The antique silver pendant on this necklace is 2
3/4 inches tall. The thick orange cord is a typical way to string
these pieces in India. The piece is 18 inches around.
$185.US.
IND295. This is a group of 5 silver enamelled pendants
from India. The one in the preview image on the left is 1 3/8
inches tall. They are in various states of wear. The
pendants are stamped with indentations, and then hanging loops are
soldered onto them. The next phase is doing the enamelling.
These are generally strung in groups. $98.US/group (sold)
IND296. I have two very attractive sets of betel nut
cutters here. They are each antique and have been used quite a
lot already. This piece is brass and covered with circles in all
sizes. It is constructed (not cast) with some fanciful extra
decorations. When closed it is 6 1/4 inches across at the
longest. As in ancient tradition, betel or "areca" nuts are
sliced, then wrapped in betel leaf along with lime and various
flavourings. They are chewed as a slight stimulant in the modern
world. You can read more about them here: betel nuts. Each betel nut cutter is an individual collectible piece. $175.US.
IND297. Here is the second betel nut cutter. It is
antique, made of brass, and decorated with circles and little hammered
3 sided shapes. When closed it is 6 1/4 inches from end to end.
I find the handles very comfortable to hold - there must be
something else it could be used to cut as well... $175.US.
IND298. I believe this old silver piece started its life
as an ankle bracelet for a girl. It works fine as a bracelet
pushed up my arm a little (because I have a small wrist) or dangling
over my hand or would fit more closely - someone with a larger wrist
than mine... The hollow and hinged bracelet
measures 3 1/2 inches by 3 1/4 inches on the outside, and 2 1/2 inches
by 2 1/4 inches on the inside. This has had some words engraved into it
long ago which are written in Hindi: Gmar Gula Suma Chnar.
The bracelet weighs 131 grams and is priced at a bargain -
$285.US.
IND105. This is
a small sized bracelet made for a wrist of 6 inches or slightly smaller.
The button at one end loops into an opening at the other, and the spiny branches
of beads reach upwards and moves naturally when you walk. It is really
quite wonderful. $30.US. 
IND106. This is
an amazing bracelet as well. The band is 5/8 inch wide and has the
same beadwork on each side. This was made for a wrist of 8 1/2 inches
or less. If your wrist is close to that size it will sit nicely and
the beads will face outwards. If your wrist is smaller, then it will
slip a little lower and encircle the top of the hand. I love the way
sits. $40.US. 
IND107. This bracelet
was made in the same way as the one above. The colouring is the same
as well and they would work beautifully as a pair. I tried them on
and they look great sitting next to silver bracelets of other shapes and
sizes. $40.US. 
IND108.
This Rabari necklace has a centerpiece of a triangular carved stone.
It is carved on the front and sides, and I imagine the image has some meaning,
but I don't know what it is. The beaded part of the necklace covers
about 15 inches. The entire necklace when buttoned shut is about 22
inches (it can be buttoned at different points though). The doubled
up strands of beads wind nicely around each other. I love these complex
little pieces sitting against modern simply clothing as a curious contrast.
This necklace is $65.US. 
IND127. These are
great pendant/magnets. They have round magnets at the back which can
be removed, and the links on top to make them pendants can be folded behind
the matchbox pieces. These are rather clumsily made but compelling
in their designs. Very cute. The largest ones are 2 inches by
2 1/2 inches. $10.US/each. (#4, #8, #9, #10 & #11 are available)
IND135. There are
lots of small silver items from India here, priced by weight.
#1 - 2 3/8 inch long bead - $52.US. #2 - 1 3/4 inch long amulet
- $17.US. #3 - 2 amulets, 1 1/8 inches long - $19.US.
#4 - ring with green glass stone - $12.US. #5 - 1 1/2 inch long
amulet - $18.US. #6 - 3 1/8 inch long decorative amulet
- $75.US. #7 - 3 little amulets - $32.US. #8 - 2
bells - $17.US. (#1, #4 & #6 are available) to place an order please click here.
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