Central Asian Altişähär (Xinjiang) - Xotän (Hotan) Jade Earrings

From Eastern Türkistan (Central Asia), in Xotän (Hotan), Altişähär (Xinjiang). Rare to see such antique female talismanic jewelry. The Yuruŋqaş (White Jade) river is the home of some of the most valuable imperial jades. The word Yuruŋqaş comes from Turkic ürüŋ "white" and qaş "jade;" hence, the Chinese name: White Jade river. 

Dated to the 19th century or earlier

Measurements:

Larger Foot's Length:  1″ 
Weight: 9 gr

This item is located in our American depot, which ships from the U.S.A.