African necklace: The Tuareg of the Sahara are referred to in the Bible as the original “Canaanites.” The Tuareg are descendents from an ancient race of people known as Berbers. Jewelry from the Sahara has been characterized by traditional protective symbolism. The fine etchings and associated beliefs are a collusion of Islam, West African animism and Christian ideologies. The tiny detailed insignia generally translates into words and phrases, empowered by God, which will protect the wearer. The metal itself, silver, is purported to be pure and to possess protective qualities. According to Tuareg belief silver is “the metal of the Prophet.” The pendant and necklace design of our offering is unique to the Tuareg people. Both are finely detailed and professionally crafted. The elegant pendant consists of a highly polished oval selection of fine black agate that is surmounted and partially encased by an elaborate abstract silver version of a Tuareg turban. The ebon beads of the necklace are evenly spaced by embossed cylindrical and round silver sections. The clasp is of a sturdy claw construction. The jewelers mark is on the back of the pendant. This necklace comes in several different varieties. Please see below. Please click photo for enlargement! See other photos below. Black is sold out. Please scroll down to Order. When OFFLINE click button to leave a message!   Live chat by LivePerson Dimensions: 10 inch hang length. The pendant measures 2 3/8 inches long x 1 3/8 inches wide. Wt: 1 lb. shipping Item 822$135.00Stone: BlueRust Pendant close upThis is the necklace that is shown above. It features a pure silver turban and a black agate stone. To order this necklace from above, select "Black." Please click photo for enlargement! Pendant back viewPlease click photo for enlargement! Dark BlueFeatures a pure silver turban and a dark blue agate stone. To order this necklace from above select "Blue." Please click photo for enlargement! Natural RustFeatures a pure silver turban and a natural rust colored agate stone. To order this necklace from above, select "Rust." Please click photo for enlargement! Tribal African JewelryClick here to visit our Tribal African Jewelry II section. The WarehousePlease click here for new arrivals.