Turkman Silver & Carnelian Turkman Headpiece #1

Gorgeous vintage diadem, known as a Tekaki, from the nomadic Turkman peoples of Central Asia.  Originally, this piece would have hung from the elaborate headpieces worn by young women in Turkmenistan region (today's Central Asia and Iran).  These days, these gorgeous pieces are usually used as pendants or incorporated into other jewelry.  This particular piece has the gorgeous glow of vintage silver metal (likely a mix of silver and non-silver) and very nice carnelian stones.  It measures 12 inches long and 2 inches wide (measured at the widest point).  There are two large flower motifs, one slightly larger than the other, joined together with a series of smaller links, including some very pretty linking pieces with their own stones.  It weighs 74.4 grams.    The piece is in excellent condition, with beautiful carnelian stones.  Carnelian stones were believed to protect the wearer from illness and death and the stones on this piece appear original and in very good condition.    Note th