African jewelry: 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 unique pendant design of our offering is unique to the Tuareg people. This necklace is finely detailed and professionally crafted. The elegant pendant consists of a highly polished oval selection of fine cherry agate (the stone is not a cherry color but rather a rust brown color) that is surmounted and partially encased by an elaborate abstract silver version of a Tuareg turban. The pendant is topped by a silver movable hinge that is equally expertly decorated with tribal motifs. The pendant is suspended on a hand hammered silver choker. The jewelers mark is on the back of this fine work of art. This is a very nice weighty piece! Please click photo for enlargement! See another below. When OFFLINE click button to leave a message!
Dimensions: The entire pendant is 3 inches long x 2 1/4 inches wide. Wt: 1 lb. shipping |