Scythian / Sarmatian cuff bracelets [d/b]

Central Asia. Sakae Culture
3rd – 1st century BCE

Siberian collection of Peter I.
Found: Duzdak Area, Syrdarya region, Karakumy Desert

“The two hinged parts of this cast openwork bracelet are decorated with the relief representation of horses with their hind legs thrown up and touching the withers. The horses’ heads are stylised. The manes, hooves and the leafy ornament on the junctures are inlaid with turquoise.”

Gold and turquoise, diam. 7,5 cm