Miao Silver Ceremonial Necklace, 2 party decorations Made in Portland

Made in Portland

11” x 8” x 3

Green Beads- 27” Length without string

The central motif of the sun/moon disc in surrounded by floral details in a rainbow of jewel tones

5”D x 8”H

Miao Silver Ceremonial Necklace, 2 party decorations Made in PortlandHandmade Miao silver necklace. This could be made of "bai tong" or white copper which is a cupro nickel. Without doing proper tests it is virtually impossible to distinguish it from real silver. The material has been used in China by the Miao and others since around the 12th century by those whose status has not allowed them to use real silver. Miao are mountain dwelling peoples of China, Vietnam, Laos, Burma, and Thailand Width 11 1 4 Length 7 Length