http://collection.shangrilahawaii.org/internal/media/dispatcher/44125/fullPair of Gem-Set Gold Hand Ornaments (Hathpul) with Floral Motifs19th centuryLength: 5 1/4 in. (13.3cm)Enameled gold, emeralds, diamonds, rubies, silver, cordGift of the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation. Courtesy of the Doris Duke Foundation for Islamic Art.57.62a-b1This hathpul, or “hand-flower” is a traditional element of Indian bridal jewelry, also referred to as a panchangla, or “jewel for five fingers.” The diamond-shaped ornament of rubies is worn on the back of the hand, secured to the wearer's wrist with a chain and four finger rings. The hathpul is indigenous to India, dating to the seventh or eighth century.Jewelry0E-100E-100E-101647554962