Indian Silver Bracelet

A band of silver that closes like a clasp, with two beaded ends.

Silversmiths in Rajasthan, India, made this silver bracelet. Heavy silver jewelry is commonly worn across Rajasthan as adornment, and as a form of portable savings. The open band splits into two rounded terminals, each decorated with granulated, flower-like beadwork, and a fine zigzag border follows the edge. The silver is soft and warm gray, with a lightly worn finish and dark in the recesses.

About 3 inches across. Wear it, or let it sit on a tray looking expensive.