Bidspirit auction | A silver Yemenite filigree (Gubur)

A silver Yemenite filigree (Gubur) bridal bracelet - Sana'a, Yemen 1900-1950 - The Gubur bracelets are made of the finest filigree work typical of the finest Jewish silversmiths of Sana'a. Covered by gabled house-shaped elements and dome-shaped elements inset with turquoise. Two-pin closure inset with turquoise. * These bracelets were given as a dowry to the Yemenite bride by her father or as a wedding gift by her groom. They were worn at her wedding and also at the reception following the birth of a baby. They were usually worn in pairs by the wealthier woman in the central cities. weight: 63 grams inner dimensions: 5 cm condition report: Very Good. minor oxidation marks.