This piece is an authentic vintage Kuchi tribal Tikka (forehead/hair ornament) For Sale

😱🌸😱Up for sale is a beautiful, highly collectible Vintage Kuchi Tribal Tikka. Traditionally worn by the nomadic tribes of the Afghan-Pakistan border region, this headpiece features a long, integrated hair hook designed to sit seamlessly along a middle hair part so the main decorative element anchors on the forehead.Artistry: Heart-shaped openwork filigree plate highlighting traditional Central Asian metalcraft.Adorned with 4 vibrant crimson red glass paste settings and 1 deep forest green center cabochon or could be gems.Gives a charming, rustic dangling bell charm at the base point.Perfect as an authentic tribal headpiece for belly dance costuming, festival styling, or it can be easily converted into a unique statement necklace pendant by threading a chain through the top loop.Good vintage condition with a beautiful, authentic aged patina. The metal shows natural oxidation and tarnish that highlights the deep recessed areas of the filigree work. All stone settings are firmly set in placeThis piece is an authentic vintage Kuchi tribal Tikka (forehead/hair ornament) or necklace pendant, native to the nomadic tribes of Afghanistan and the Waziristan region of Pakistan. the long, flat, hooked bail at the top is specifically designed to slide into a woman’s parted hair, allowing the ornate filigree piece to rest gracefully right in the center of the forehead. While these were occasionally repurposed for festive horse/camel bridles during tribal ceremonies, its primary function is women's traditional jewelry, used for belly dancing, tribal fusion costume wear, and bohemian fashion.The piece features a heart-shaped silhouette with detailed openwork filigree, a small dangling bell at the bottom tip, and multiple stones gemstone paste inserts (four red and one dark green glass or some kind of gems. Never had it tested or looked at. centerpiece) set into secure raised tabs.