Dand Khilal, Kann Khilal

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MM/J/087

Jewelry

Length: 50mm
Breadth: 3mm
Thickness: 2mm
Weight:15.0gms

Medium: German Silver
Type: Neck piece

A set of traditional ornamental toothpick (Dand Khilal) and earpick (Kann Khilal)

Turning items of utilitarian use into ornamental jewelry is a tradition found across different cultures in South Asia. A set of ornamental earpick and toothpick, often attached to necklaces, forms an integral part of traditional Kashmiri jewelry.

The object is in fair condition with no visible damage.

Dry brushing to clean loose dirt. The object was cleaned with distilled water using soft cotton, covered in gauze.