Description

300 Years Old “Larin” Solid Silver Ethnographic Islamic Silk Road Safavid Wire- Rare Find 

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This museum-deserving masterpiece is a rare solid silver wire called Larin or Lari. This antique original piece is made of solid silver and dates back to 300-400 years ago (Safavid), adding to its historical significance and value. 

Larin or Lari is the name of a class of objects used by merchants traveling alongside the Silk Road and in areas around the Arabian Sea. It is a piece of high-grade Silver Wire few centimeters long, usually folded in two parts and shaped like a U or C. Lari were engraved with the name of the local ruler in Arabic text.

The bend found in most Lari is a reflection of people testing its Silver authenticity by bending them. Lari are currently kept in famous museums around the world.

This is a rare chance to own a masterpiece of Silk Road history!

Material: High grade solid silver

Age: around 300 years old

Dimension: 4.5 cm (1.8 inches) at its longest part

Condition: Very good antique condition- some wear and scratches due to its use and centuries age.