Item Specifics:
• Type: Anklet / Ankle Bracelet (Can also be worn as a loose bracelet depending on length)
• Style: Traditional Indian Tribal / Payal / Pajeb / Belly Dance Jewelry
• Metal: Solid Native Silver Alloy (Passed thermal/ice conductivity testing)
• Total Weight: 21.3 grams
• Era: Vintage (Circa 1980s - 1990s)
• Country of Origin: India
• Main Color: Antiqued Silver
• Hallmarks / Markings: Hand-stamped "LJ" on the terminal end cap; stamped "B1" on the central heart charm token.
Item Description:
Up for sale is a beautiful, authentic vintage traditional Indian tribal chain anklet (Payal). This beautifully detailed piece features a densely woven, flexible multi-link mesh structure that sits comfortably against the skin, offering an elegant drape and classic antique aesthetic.
The piece terminates with an S-hook style clasp decorated with traditional spherical jingle bells (ghungroos) that emit a very faint, delicate clink when handled. It is loaded with historic character, featuring a hand-stamped "LJ" workshop hallmark on the terminal end cap and a central heart-shaped accent charm stamped with the batch code "B1".
This item weighs exactly 21.3 grams and is composed of a solid native silver alloy typical of regional Indian artisan workshops from the late 20th century. It has been gently cleaned using a gentle, non-chemical electrochemical reduction bath to lift surface tarnish while perfectly preserving the gorgeous, deep dark oxidation inside the woven recesses that gives the pattern its depth.
Perfect for everyday bohemian wear, beach styling, belly dance attire, or as a unique addition to any vintage ethnic jewelry collection.
Please see all close-up photographs for a detailed look at the condition, woven link structure, and specific artisan hallmarks.