This torc from Rajasthan, India, weighs a massive 382 grams and is very nearly 20 cm wide.
The Daalder Collection of Ethnic Jewellery and Adornment, after 2007
Banjara Torc from India
While still in use (in this case with a coin dated 1987!), these pieces are now disappearing as a result of modernization of the community. The bells are meant to keep away evil spirits. The two triangles are symbolic of womanhood. They are rather crudely made. The more finely made torc shows detailed decoration and… Continue Reading
Torcs from India
These Rajasthan neck rings are frequently encountered. If the ring is hollow, as these two are, they are easier for women to wear, but less valuable than solid silver torcs. Continue Reading
Rajasthan Silver Armband (Naugari) from India
Worn by a farmer’s wife, this old silver armband (naugari) has a diameter of 12.5 cm. The 7 gajre balls attached to the central circle are made from a thick stamped silver sheet, which is important when identifying a naugari. Another example is included in Oppi Untracht’s masterly book, Traditional Jewelry of India, page 255. Continue Reading