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Yellow gold 750 thousandths "jhumar" or "chabka"...

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Yellow gold 750 thousandths "jhumar" or "chabka" hair ornament decorated with flowers and foliage set on one side with gemstones, the back entirely enameled and holding nine pampille strands finished with motifs adorned with imitation stones and small pearls, it is supported by a cordonnet necklace. (Transformations, wear and chips). Pendant height: 14 cm Gross weight: 108.6 g The "jhumar" or "chabka" is a traditional Indian hair ornament worn by women for Muslim festivals and weddings. During weddings, it was placed on the left side of the hair and decorated with Muslim symbols that later became characteristic of Indian jewelry.