Tuareg settlements are found in the countries of Niger, Mali, Libya, Algeria and Burkina Faso. ‘Tuareg’ is an Arabic term meaning ‘abandoned by God’ but they call themselves ‘Imohag’, translated as ‘free men’. The Imohag are descendants of the Berber and are proud and fierce fighters. They also are known as the “Bleu” people for the bluish tint that their skin has obtained from the indigo dye that rubs off from their clothing. This ancient group of people has been credited for establishing and working treacherous trade routes across the great Saharan desert by caravan. This colorful group, though nomadic has a vibrant social culture that is steeped in tradition and a passion for crafting jewelry pieces that have garnered them worldwide acclaim. Their foreign trading partners enabled them to come into possession of items unique to their routes. Certain stones and beads that were deemed valuable and or attractive were often kept for personal fulfillment. The necklace on display is a piece that is much, much older than most Tuareg items offered today. This necklace contains old African silver segments and a collection of semi precious stones and beads that were selected and fashioned decades ago. See the individual gems below. Please click photo for enlargement! See Order button below. When OFFLINE click button to leave a message! Dimensions: The necklace has a hang length of 8 1/2 inches. |
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| 8 smooth and very well cut onyx beads beloved for its protective properties. Please click photo for enlargement! |
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| One of the oldest beads on the chain. Please click photo for enlargement! |
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| A very smooth, 12 sided, beautiful translucent purple gem stone. Please click photo for enlargement! |
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| This white bead features mosaic inlays. Please click photo for enlargement! |
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| One of the Tuaregs most valued and powerful stones. Known for healing and stimulating our life force. This is a beautiful older gem. Please click photo for enlargement! |
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| Smooth on the ends with a ring of rough grainy texture. Please clcik photo for enlargement! |
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| A large striated barrel cut agate stone. Used to promote health, ensure riches and to increase spirituality within a person. Please click photo for enlargement! |
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| Translucent ruby red color. Please click photo for enlargement! |
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| This old gem is believed to protect the wearer. Please click photo for enlargement! |
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| Amber is highly valued throughout Africa. It is proported to have healing properties and boosts sexual energy. Please click photo for enlargement! |
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| Perfectly round! Please click photo for enlargement! |
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| Multi-faceted and clear as crystal. Please click photo for enlargement! |
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