{"product_id":"vintage-tibetan-turquoise-silver-snuff-bottle","title":"Mid-Century Tibetan Turquoise Sterling Silver Snuff Bottle – Rare Collector Piece","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA distinctive vintage Tibetan snuff bottle featuring bold \u003cstrong\u003eturquoise stonework set into richly aged sterling silver\u003c\/strong\u003e. The flattened oval body is dominated by a large turquoise panel with natural matrix markings, while the removable stopper is finished with a second turquoise stone and traditional beaded silver detailing.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts sculptural form, softly weathered metalwork and irregular turquoise markings give the piece the character of an object made and kept over time rather than a modern decorative reproduction. Small suspension loops at the shoulders add to its traditional utilitarian design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurquoise has held an important place in Tibetan and Himalayan culture for generations, traditionally associated with \u003cstrong\u003eprotection, wellbeing, good fortune and spiritual strength\u003c\/strong\u003e. In older Tibetan decorative objects, turquoise was frequently combined with silver to create pieces valued both for everyday use and for their beauty and symbolism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, this unusual piece works beautifully as a \u003cstrong\u003ecollector's object, display piece or distinctive Himalayan gift\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly for someone interested in Tibetan artefacts, antique jewellery and traditional craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage Tibetan\/Himalayan snuff bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge turquoise-set body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurquoise-set removable stopper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e925 sterling silver, according to supplier information\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional beaded silver detailing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide suspension loops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural turquoise matrix and colour variation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade, aged finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-of-a-kind collector piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Baga Ethnik Living","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43707791999230,"sku":"437077919992_7CF6","price":180.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0635\/0867\/6862\/products\/Mid-Century_Tibetan_Turquoise_Sterling_Silver_Snuff_Bottle_Rare_Collector_Piece.jpg?v=1787959490","url":"https:\/\/www.bagaethnikliving.com\/products\/vintage-tibetan-turquoise-silver-snuff-bottle","provider":"Baga Ethnik Living ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}