Filastin (Palestine) - Palestinian Armenian Silver Habbayat Bracelet

This is a rare and superb sample of a Palestinian Habbayat (حبِّيَّات) bracelet. The enamel work, especially the green color, is typical for these. It is unclear (to me) as to who actually made these. I assume they were made by local Bedouin, but I could also imagine that the work was, at times, outsourced to Armenian masters.

Sourced from a Turkish collection

Dated to the 19th century or earlier

Measurements:

6 ½ ″ x 1 ½ ″ / 17 cm x 4 cm
Weight: 60 grams

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