Impressive silver and niello Russian- Caucasian region marriage belt 19th century

The belt is comprised of many thick plaques that have a leather belt going through them. Each plaque has niello work on it and is finely and deeply engraved with floral work. component Hanging from the front of the belt is a silver chain with turquoise stones set in the ornamentation

A fine example of Caucus region craftsmanship.

total weight of belt: 900 grams

inner dimensions 34 cm