Tuareg Cross: The Tuareg people are the original Canaanites from the Bible. The meaning of Canaan is 'land of the purple people.' This unusual moniker is in reference to the bluish-purple vegetable dye the Tuareg use to color their clothing that subsequently rubs off onto their skin. The Tuareg are renown for their metal and leather workings. The markings and geometrical design of Tuareg crosses and Tuareg jewelry in general translates into protective symbolism. "God is the center of the universe, we are one with God" and "no matter where you go God and I shall always be with you and protect you" are common Saharan interpretations. Those of the Muslim faith believe that the arms of the cross will disperse all evil from the individual. Thusly keeping him out of harms way. Tuareg parents are known to give these exquisite crosses and beaded necklaces to their children when they are about to depart from home but they are worn by all as a form of good luck and protection. These well crafted larger crosses are 50% silver and 50% nickel. A beaded necklace with silver geometrical shapes are included with every cross. Please click photo for enlargement! See Order button below. When OFFLINE click button to leave a message! Dimensions: Pendant measurements. A - Sold. B - Sold. C - Sold. D - 3 5/8 inches long x 1 5/8 inches wide. E - 3 inches long x 1 5/8 inches wide. F - Sold. Wt: 1 lb. shipping |