Handmade silver bracelet from the Karen hill tribe, a mountain ethnic minority living in Myanmar and northern Thailand. ✩ Vintage item purchased locally in Chiang Mai, Thailand. ✦ Small vintage Karen silver beads are woven into colorful cotton cord. ✦ This is a simple and warm accessory with a unique texture, created with traditional techniques and engravings passed down through generations of the Karen people. ◈ Color: Blue ◈ Size: Length: Approximately 19cm Weight: Approximately 5.1g Bead size: Approximately 3x3mm Number of beads: 30 ◈ Materials: Silver, cotton ◈ Country of manufacture: Thailand 〈Weight includes the cord〉 ※ Please understand that there may be slight variations in the measurements. ※ Unisex ※ Karen silver is high-purity silver, and the silver beads and clasps are all handmade one by one. ※ Due to the handcrafted nature of the item, there may be individual differences in size, shape, and engraving (please understand that minor scratches and distortions from the manufacturing process are considered part of its character). ＊ The Karen engravings have various meanings and wishes. Their creations, which coexist with nature, often feature motifs of familiar animals, plants, and everyday tools. ＊ The flower engraving, called "Padua" in the Karen language, represents the celebratory flower used for offerings to the gods, a flower of happiness, and also has a protective meaning. ＜This is a representative engraving pattern of Karen silver＞ ★ Unisex, but please check the size as it varies depending on the individual item. ✦ New, unused vintage item. ★ Please note that the color in the images may differ from the actual product depending on the shooting and viewing environment. ★ Please ask any questions before purchasing. ★ Please check the shipping and other notes in the profile section before purchasing.