Traditional Indian Silver Inlay Bidriware Star Bookmark - Sunday Afternoon Natural Turquoise Carved from coconut shell

Carved from coconut shell

this elegant ivory table runner is designed by Miriam and Debora in Guatemala

accented with rope motifs around the bezels

Two sterling silver globes accentuate this delightful design

Working with reclaimed pieces of mahogany wood

Traditional Indian Silver Inlay Bidriware Star Bookmark - Sunday Afternoon Natural Turquoise Carved from coconut shellIndia's Amarnath creates a stunning piece of bidriware, a type of traditional Indian handicraft originating from the township of Bidar. The artisan casts the bookmark from an alloy of zinc and copper, then engraves star motifs onto the surface. Nestled into them, thin strips of pure silver inlay shine against the black metal. 90% zinc, 10% copper, silver inlay 0. 30 oz 5. 5 inches H x 0. 6 inches W x 0. 6 inches D