Description:

Central Asia, modern-day Turkmenistan, Namazga-Tepe VI, 1500 to 1000 BCE. This is a gorgeous bronze cuff bracelet with braided edges and a banded linear design; it has been attributed to being from culture stage VI at the Namazga-Tepe archaeological site, located in the high plains region between the Karakum Desert and the Kopet Dag mountain range. Although today the area is desolate and sparsely populated, these highlands are rich in natural resources and were located along valuable trade routes from before the time of Alexander the Great. Namazga depe is a large mound that has only been partially excavated but that hides the remains of a Bronze Age city from the Bactrian-Margiana Archaeological Complex (BMAC). Size: 4" L x 2.9" W x 2.65" H (10.2 cm x 7.4 cm x 6.7 cm).

Provenance: Ex-Private PJ. Piscopo Collection, Ex M. Pedersen acquired before 1990.

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  • Condition: Beautiful turquoise patina; one end has some rust as if it was long buried beside an iron object.

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