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Antique Turkmen 'Asyk', Yomut Tribes, Trans-caspian Steppes, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.
For sale by Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
for sale €497     $540
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Antique Turkmen 'Asyk', Yomut Tribes, Trans-caspian Steppes, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.

19th century
Description

A stunning fire-gilded 'asyk' - amulet - with one single table-cut carnelian in the centre.

I can safely say this was made at the end of the 19th century and pieces like this are now extremely scarce.

Size: 12cm (4.5") long x 7cm (2.5") at widest part.

Physical Dimensions
Height
12cm (4.72")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Declaration

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Turkmen Asyk Silver Pendant to the 1880s.

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SA1127804
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TJ2
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Description
A stunning fire-gilded 'asyk' - amulet - with one single table-cut carnelian in the centre.
“
I can safely say this was made at the end of the 19th century and pieces like this are now extremely scarce.
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

Size: 12cm (4.5") long x 7cm (2.5") at widest part.

Height
12cm (4.72")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Date of Manufacture

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Turkmen Asyk Silver Pendant to the 1880s.

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SA1127804
Dealers Internal Ref
TJ2
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2011

Dealing in antique and old tribal rugs, dowry weavings and decorative carpets from the near east and central asia since 1979.

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A heart-shaped antique Turkmen silver Asyk pendant featuring parcel-gilded engraved geometric scrollwork and a central set oval carnelian stone.
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Archive I A heart-shaped antique Turkmen silver Asyk pendant featuring parcel-gilded engraved geometric scrollwork and a central set oval carnelian stone.

Antique Turkmen 'Asyk', Yomut Tribes, Trans-caspian Steppes, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.

Archive II A heart-shaped antique Turkmen silver Asyk pendant featuring parcel-gilded engraved geometric scrollwork and a central set oval carnelian stone. View II
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Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Telephone 01451 824 447 or 07980 999 114
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North Cotswolds
Gloucestershire
United Kingdom
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Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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A heart-shaped antique Turkmen silver Asyk pendant featuring parcel-gilded engraved geometric scrollwork and a central set oval carnelian stone.
Antique Turkmen 'Asyk', Yomut Tribes, Trans-Caspian Steppes, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.
Ref: SA1127804
A heart-shaped antique Turkmen silver Asyk pendant featuring parcel-gilded engraved geometric scrollwork and a central set oval carnelian stone.
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  • ObjectJewellery
  • Period19th century
  • StyleTurkmen Tribal
  • MaterialSilver, Gold Gilt, Carnelian
  • ColourSilver, Gold, Orange
  • MotifsHeart shape, parcel-gilding, central carnelian cabochon, engraved geometric foliage
  • SizeH 12 cm (5 in) x W 7 cm (3 in)

This antique Turkmen asyk pendant originates from the Yomut tribes of the Trans-Caspian Steppes and dates to 1880. Categorised as Turkmen tribal jewellery, the piece takes a distinctive heart shape with an integrated vertical suspension loop and an ornate tubular bail at the top. The construction comprises silver with parcel-gilt finishes, displaying a combination of silver, gold and orange tones across the composition. Surface decoration includes engraved geometric foliage and scrollwork patterns across the parcel-gilded plates, bordered by intricate wirework mouldings along the outer edges and central dividers. A single oval carnelian cabochon is set centrally where the vertical stem meets the heart body. The item measures 12 cm high by 7 cm wide. Items of this nature function primarily as wearable amulets or pendants within traditional dress, and today they find placement in modern interiors as collectible display pieces mounted on stands or displayed within cabinet collections. The ornamentation reflects traditional Central Asian metalwork techniques, showing textural contrast between the silver wirework, the engraved gilt surfaces and the smooth orange stone at the focal point. The solid metal hardware at the apex indicates past suspension on a cord or heavy chain for traditional wear, whilst contemporary display allows the intricate reverse and dimensional depth of the metalwork to be appreciated on a shelf or tabletop surface.

FAQs

An Asyk is a heart-shaped silver ornament traditional to Turkmen tribes of Central Asia, historically worn by women on braided hair or attached to the back of garments as a protective amulet and symbol of status.

Traditional pieces are crafted from high-grade silver, often featuring parcel-gilding with fine gold leaf, hand-engraved geometric motifs, and cabochon gemstone inlays such as carnelian or agate.

Authentic items display hand-chased and hand-engraved scrollwork, delicate parcel-gilding, soldered silver wire borders, natural gemstone inclusions, and authentic age-related surface patination.

These decorative metalwork pieces are frequently displayed mounted inside custom shadow-box frames as wall art, positioned on bespoke metal stands as tabletop curios, or worn on a heavy silver chain.

Dust gently with a soft dry cloth, avoiding harsh liquid silver polishes or abrasive chemical cleansers that can strip historic parcel-gilding, damage organic stone settings, or erase natural surface oxidation.
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