The large pendant on this tribal fusion was necklace was handcrafted for the nomadic Afghan Kuchi tribes in the region of Waziristan.

The Waziri Kuchi made large pendants like this one from an old coin base, with characteristic long bell dangles clattering below.

Inscriptions on the old coin are still visible on the back of the pendant (see images).

The side chain were recently handcrafted at Tribal Muse using complementary beads and wire-looped links. A new long rolo-chain completes the back.

About WAZIRISTAN: Once part of the opulent Mughal Empire, Waziristan now belongs to the Tribal Areas in eastern Afghanistan and northwestern Pakistan.

It was named after the Wazir tribe who lived there for centuries.

Like so many other regions in this part of the world, Waziristan has experienced years of recent turmoil and difficulties, especially in its more remote areas.

Its prior heritage, however, was that of wonderfully vibrant arts and skillfully crafted jewelry.