Brass anklets, worn by women of the Tharu people of southern Nepal. Designed to sit around the top of the foot, these anklets are folded over to form a hollow tube, with a very simple banded decoration at front and sides and a hollow ring at the back to hang bells or other decorative items. The tube often contains small metal beads designed to act as a rattle to frighten away snakes and evil spirits. These are original antique items, dating to the early 1900's, with a rich, worn patina commensurate with its age.

These are all unique items and show individual characteristics of manufacture, decoration and wear.

Measurements: length 15 cm (6")