A high-angle, close-up photograph captures a jewelry display at an outdoor market in Karon, Thailand

A high-angle, close-up photograph captures a jewelry display at an outdoor market in Karon, Thailand. In the immediate foreground, a tanned left hand, likely female, displays a prominent, elongated, golden shield-shaped ring adorned with etched patterns and a central light blue oval stone on its middle finger. The hand is positioned over a selection of jewelry. To the right, a tanned forearm and hand, likely male, is visible, adorned with multiple gold-toned bracelets, including one with geometric patterns, and several gold-toned rings on various fingers. The forearm displays a distinctive geometric tattoo. This hand appears to be interacting with a black tray filled with numerous rings arranged in rows. The jewelry collection is presented on diverse surfaces: a textured light-colored fabric, a section of a colorful woven textile with geometric patterns, and several black velvet-lined trays and fabric rolls. Visible items include an assortment of rings, various necklaces (some gold-toned with large pendants, others with dark cords), individual pendants, and earrings. The ground surface beneath the display appears to be light-colored sand or dirt.