East Asia, Southern China, Hmong / Miao peoples, ca. mid to late 20th century CE. An impressive vintage torque or collar necklace cast from baitong, with hammered and stamped half circles. Although the necklace is hollow formed, there is sand or some other material filler to add weight to this piece. A wrapped wire conical button forms the hook and eye clasp. The metal composition: nickel, copper, and zinc is a naturally occurring ore in China that has forms an alloy known as baitong, paktong, or white copper. It closely resembles silver and was first used in China for coinage and jewelry as an alternative to silver. Hefty crescent shaped necklaces like this were used ceremonially, often for weddings and a complete set of jewelry worn at ceremonies and festivals can weigh up to twenty pounds (9 kg). The red wax stamp in the center of the bottom is the original Chinese certified export approval seal. Size: 10.75" Diameter x 4.5" W (27.3 cm x 11.4 cm)

Provenance: Cultural Patina Gallery, Burke, Virginia, USA

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  • Abrasions and indentations on the surface, otherwise intact. Dark patina and toning. Original wax export seal on the surface.

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January 30, 2025 8:00 AM MST
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