Kuman Thong "Root" Figure Floating in Gold Leaf Amulet Pendant -7 Swirl and the technique probably originated

and the technique probably originated in metalworking

"Saturday Buddha Statue" Protected by the Naga King

26" long cotton cord

Pink Opal & Faceted Garnet Necklace with Gold Plate Trigger Clasp

18th Century German Cobalt Glass "Donut" Trade Beads strung with Cowrie Shells from Mali

Kuman Thong "Root" Figure Floating in Gold Leaf Amulet Pendant -7 Swirl and the technique probably originatedKuman Thong "Root" Figure Floating in Gold Leaf Amulet 7 Approx. 6 1 2" x 2 3 4" x 1 7 8" Materials: A hand fashioned twisted root suspended in ritual oil surrounded by small sheets of gold leaf in a custom cut protective plastic case. Handcrafted in Thailand The Kuman Thong or Divine Golden Boy represents the spirit of an unborn child. Traditional Thai Animists believe the small statue will bring good luck and fortune to the owner if properly revered