Antique Armenian Niello Inlaid Silver Belt 19th Century Russia Caucasus Turkey


Antique Armenian Niello Inlaid Silver Belt 19th Century Russia Caucasus Turkey

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Antique Armenian Niello Inlaid Silver Belt 19th Century Russia Caucasus Turkey:
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Antique Armenian Silver Belt a) Niello inlaid silver belt, 19th cent. Russia or Turkey.2. Antique Armenian Silver Belt i. The belt is about 29\" (~74 cm) long. Weight: 18.5 oz.3. Antique Armenian Silver Belt i. Armenian silversmiths of the Russian Caucasus region were masters of niello inlay work and their wares were also made in Van, Turkey during the Ottoman Empire.Niello is intentionally black tarnished silver, which,once powdered, is “enameled” into the grooved patterns on silver. After being “baked” in, the niello is removed from the surface by polishing, leaving the black filled design contrasting on the white silver.The technique was used on various silver items, including: spoons, Tobacco boxes, jewelry, trays, kinjals & scabbards.4. Antique Armenian Silver Belt i. Niello inlaid silver belt with links exhibiting Armenian maker’s marks. The Russian provinces usually had the “84” silver standard, whereas the Ottoman had used .900 silver. This belt does not bear a silver standard mark.5. Antique Armenian Silver Belt i. The belt links have characteristic floral decorations with the black niello inlay highlights, similar to Russian type of silver belts of the 19th century.6. Antique Armenian Silver Belt i. The belt is in very good condition, with new leather inserted into the links. There is some tarnishing, minor scratches, and some rubbed links.7. Antique Armenian Silver Belt i. A great example Armenian silver work.Add to your Armenian silver collection.Add to your Armenian silver collection.GREAT GIFT


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Antique Armenian Silver Belt

Niello inlaid silver belt, 19th century, Russia or Turkey.

Size: ~ 29\" (74 cm)

Weight: ~18.5 oz. ~ 524.5 grams

The belt is in very good condition, with new leather inserted into the links.

There is some tarnishing, minor scratches, and some rubbed links.

Please see the images.

A great example Armenian silver work.

Add to your Armenian silver collection.

……

GREAT GIFT



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Antique Armenian Niello Inlaid Silver Belt 19th Century Russia Caucasus Turkey:
$949.99

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