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ID #: A/143

 

 

 

 

A lovely and rare pair of antique silver twisted cable Bedouin bracelets from Egypt. These cuffs or barcelets were worn by Bedouins from the North Delta trought Sinaï and as far away as Palestine due their popularity. The design is less frequent than the one represented in many collections and very rare in pair. These samples are very old, presenting hallmarks from the ottoman period, with a later addition of egyptian hallmarks ( cat, 800 in arabic numerals and a letter for the year 1946-1947 ). Superb patina ! Ligthly adjustable. See similar sample in " Enchanted Jewelry of Egypt " by Azza Fahmy, p. 110. The inner circumference measure 17.3 cm. ( 6.81" ) and the space at the opening is 2.6 cm. ( 1.02" ). The height is 2.2 cm. ( 0.86" ). Weighs 154 grams ( 5.43 Oz ).   

 

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Price : US$ 320.00

 

 

 

 


ID #: A/140


   

A wonderful pair of old silver Berber bracelets from Tunisia. Great chased decor representing birds, fish and flowers. First half of 20th ventury, with hallmark at the interior. Excellent quality of silver, nicely worn. Ligthly adjustable, they are easy and confortable to wear. The front hight measure 2.2 cm. ( 0.86" ) and the inner diameter is 6.6 cm. ( 2.59" ). The inner circumference measure ca 20.7 cm. ( 8.14" ) and the space at the opening 1.5 cm. ( 0.59" ). Weighs 102 grams ( 3.59 Oz ).   

 

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Price : US$ 180.00

 

 

 

 

 

 


ID #: 171

 

A wonderful old silver enameled Berber bracelet from  Tiznit, in South Morocco. Nice green, dark yellow and blue enamel, in excellent conditions but ligthly worn. The red color is not enamel but kind of wax or painting. It's embellished with red and green glass cut stones ( some chips, as usual for these old pieces ). NOT A RECENT COPY : About 50 to 60 years old. See more on these bracelets in " Bijoux du Maroc " by Jacques and Marie-Rose Rabaté ", p.58 ss. The height is 3.4 cm. ( 1.33" ) and the inner diameter about 5.9 cm. ( 2.32" ). The inner circumference measure approx. 18.5 cm. ( 7.28" ). Weighs 74 grams ( 2.61 Ounces ).

 

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Price : US$ 120.00

 

 

 

 


                                                        


ID #: A/146

 

A beautiful pair of antique silver Bedouin " Zar " earrings  from Egypt. Unusual quality of workmanship in very good conditions. About seventy to eighty percent of silver. Early 20th century. They measure about 9.6 cm. by 3.9 cm. ( 3.77" by 1.53" ) , all included. Weighs 46 grams ( 1.62 Oz ).

 

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Price : US$ 120.00



 

 

 

 


ID #: 191
   

 

 

A very rare matching pair of old silver gilt Berber earrings  from North Morocco, Tetouan or Fes. Excellent quality of silver alloy embellished with a red cut glass stone. Early 20th century, totally absent in the bazaars !!,  In very good conditions. See similar sample in " Bijoux du Maroc " by Marie-Rose Rabaté and André Goldenberg, p 45. They measure about 7.8 cm. by 7.5 cm. ( 3.07" by 2.95" ). Weighs 54 grams ( 1.90 ounces ).
 

 

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Price : US$ 220.00

 

 

 

 

 

 

ID #: A/152
A fine old silver Bedouin " Aghaiz nesalhat " talisman from North Africa. These talisman were in use from Tunisia to North Egypt. Usually worn by woman who want to be pregnant : the custom was to break one branch of the talisman once the women became pregnant. This sample is of unusual size and very well crafted. It's decorated on both sides ( pictures 1 and 2 ) and wear a lybian hallmark. Early to mid 20th century. See similar example in " Enchanted Jewelry of Egypt " by Azza Fahmy, p. 74. It measure about 10 cm. by 6.1 cm. ( 3.93" by 2.40" ). Weighs 36 grams ( 1.26 Oz ).   

 

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Price : US$ 140.00

 

 

 

 


ID #: A/157
A superb pair of antique Bedouin silver cuff from Oasis of Siwa, in Egypt ( from the middle of Egypt to the coast ). Excellent quality of craftmanship ! Early 20th century. Silver content 800, with " Tughra "  Ottoman calligraphic seal or signature and the mark of Mohamed El Mekkawy, a Bedouin silversmith famous in all North Africa, with later addition of Egyptians hallmarks ( lotus ). Lightly flexible and very confortable to wear. The inner circumference measure about 18.5 cm. ( 7.28" ) and the inner diameter approx. 5.9 cm. ( 2.32" ). The space at the opening is ca. 15 mm. ( 0.59" ) and the height is 7 cm. ( 2.75" ). Weighs 190 grams ( 6.70 Oz ).   
 

 

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Price : US$ 290.00

 

 

 

 

 


ID #: 192

 

 

 

A very rare antique Berber silver jewellery set from Rif region in North Morocco, Nador or Kenifra. Consisting of a pair of Fibulae, moulded and chased, connected with a silver chain and and a large hollow ornament ( Fekroun ). Great quality of workmanship, certainly made by a master jewish silversmith. This set is in excellent conditions and almost complete with the coins pendants and the coral beads ( one coin is missing on the central element and one small on the upper hook, not visible on the pictures ). A small silver chain is missing in the connection with one fibula ( the set is therefore not absolutly symetric ). Many coins ( from Spain ) are dated from the late 19th to early 20th century. Totally absent in the bazaars and in many collections !! First half of 20th century. A great piece for collectors. See similar sample in the Musée juif de Belgique and in " Bijoux du Maroc " by Marie-Rose Rabaté and André Goldenberg, p 19 and 135. The central element measure about 15 cm. by 11 cm. ( 5.90" by 4.33" ), without the dangles. The fibulae measure 22.5 cm. by 11 cm. ( 8.85" by 4.33" ). The total height is approx. 46 cm. ( 18.11" ). Weighs 1035 grams ( 36.50 ounces ).   
A similar sample was presented in auction by Christie's ( 18 december 2007, collection Thau ) estimated at $ 8700 to 12000 ).

 

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Price : US$ 2500.00  

 

 

 

 


ID #: A/155

 

 

 

 

A very nice pair of antique silver Bedouin bracelets from Nubia or Sudan. These piece were made and worn in Southern Nubia and by the Rashaida Tribe in Sudan. Solid silver with a later addition of egyptian hallmarks ( cat, 800 in arabic numerals and a letter for the year 1941-1942 ). About 80 years old. Excellent quality of workmanship, not frequent for this design and superb patina. See similar sample in " Enchanted Jewelry of Egypt " by Azza Fahmy, p. 151 and in the Ghysels collection " A World of Bracelets " by Anne van Cutsem, p. 32. The interior diameter measure ca 5.3 cm. ( 2.08" ) and the inner circumference approx. 16.6 cm. ( 6.53" ). The space at the opening is 2.3 cm. ( 0.90" ) and the thickness 6 mm. ( 0.23" ). Weighs 124 grams ( 4.37 Oz ).
 
 

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Price : US$ 180.00  



 


 

 


ID #: A/105
A beautiful old enameled Kabyle hinjed bracelet from Grande Kabylie, in Algeria. Superb workmanship with silky patina. Green, blue and yellow enamel, embellished with real red coral cabochons. The enamel is worn but still present on about 50 % of the bracelet. Very good silver alloy. See a similar sample in " Bijoux Berbères d'Algérie " by Henriette Camps-Faber, p.108. The height is 2.4 cm. ( 0.94" ) and the inner diameter about 5.7 cm. ( 2.24" ). The inner circumference measure approx. 17.9 cm. ( 7.04" ). Weighs 52 grams ( 1.83 Ounces ). 
 

 

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Price : US$ 240.00  

 

 

 



ID #: A/114
A cheerful old aluminum and copper Peul " Sarogal " head ornament, from Niger. Beautiful chased decor still present. Early to mid 20th century. See similar sample in the Ghysel's Collection in " A World of Head Ornaments ", by Anne van Cutsem, p. 31. RARE !! It measure about 11.4 cm. ( 4.48" ) in height and the width is ca 6.8 cm. ( 2.67" ).  Weighs 8 grams ( 0.28 Oz ).   
 
 

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Price : US$ 140.00
 

 

 

 

 

 

 


ID #: A/142

A very rare pair of antique silver Berber circular Fibulae from Aures, in Algeria.  Beautiful design and workmanship, decorated with small red cut glass stone. Very good alloy of silver. One small half dome and a red glass stone are missing. A very good sample for collectors ! See more on these fibulae and other samples in " Bijoux et Bijoutiers de l'Aurès " by Tatiana Benfoughal, p. 151 ss. They measure ca. 7.2 cm. ( 2.83" ) in diameter and the thickness is 5 mm. ( 0.19" ). Weighs 40 grams ( 1.41 Oz ). 
 
 

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Price : US$ 160.00

 

 

 

 

   


ID #: A/145

     

A beautiful pair of antique silver Bedouin bracelets from Nubia or Sudan. These piece were made and worn in Southern Nubia and by the Rashaida Tribe in Sudan. Solid silver not stamped, about 80 years old. The silver alloy is ca 80%. Great quality of workmanship, not frequent for this model. See similar sample in " Enchanted Jewelry of Egypt " by Azza Fahmy, p. 151 and in the Ghysels collection " A World of Bracelets " by Anne van Cutsem, p. 32. Superb patina ! The interior diameter measure ca 5.2 cm. ( 2.04" ) and the inner circumference approx. 16.2 cm. ( 6.37" ). The space at the opening is 2.8 cm. ( 1.10" ) and the height 2.6 cm. ( 1.02" ). Weighs 246 grams ( 8.67 Oz ).
 

 

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Price : US$ 360.00




 

 

 

 


ID #: A/147

 

A superb pair of antique silver Bedouin earrings, sometimes used as pins to fasten the head veil and tob, from Egypt. Excellent quality of workmanship, symbolizing the name of Allah, in good conditions, with some small beads ligthly crushed. One small chain is a little shorter than the other. Each wear three stamps, one for the alloy of silver ( 600 ), the second repesenting a cat and one for the year. The marks indicate the years 1922-23 for one piece and the years 1924-25 for the other. Very rare with hallmarks from the period. They measure about 10 cm. by 4 cm. ( 3.93" by 1.57" ), all included. Weighs 30 grams ( 1.05 Oz ).

 

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Price : US$ 150.00

 

 

 


 

 


ID #: A/154

 

 

 

A beautiful and rare silver Bedouin hinjed bracelet from Nubia or Sudan. These piece were made and worn in Southern Nubia and in the Rashaida Tribe, in Sudan. Nice sample but worn years of use : some holes due to the age ( not well visible on the pictures ) and a fissure near the border. Very good workmanship with beautiful patina. Medium grade silver. See similar samples in " Africa adorned " by Angela Fisher, p. 277-279 and in  " Enchanted Jewelry of Egypt " by Azza Fahmy, p. 133. The height is 4.7 cm. ( 1.85" ) and the inner diameter about 5.8 cm. ( 2.28" ). The inner circumference measure approx. 18.2 cm. ( 7.16" ). Weighs 82 grams ( 2.89 Oz ). 
 

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Price : US$ 130.00

 

 

 

 

 

 


ID #: A/144
An exquisite and extremely rare pair of antique silver twisted cable Bedouin bracelets from Egypt. Bracelets with this very original design can't actually be found in the bazaars and aren't repesented in Ghysels and René van der Star collections.These cuffs or bracelets were worn by Bedouins from the North Delta trought Sinaï and as far away as Palestine due their popularity. These samples are about 80 to 90 years old but are not stamped. Superb patina and craftmanship ! Very ligthly adjustable. The inner circumference measure 16.6 cm. ( 6.53" ) and the space at the opening is 2.6 cm. ( 1.02" ). The height is 3 cm. ( 1.18" ). Weighs 202 grams ( 7.12 Oz ).   

 

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Price : US$ 480.00

 

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ID #: A/148

 

 

 

A wonderful pair of solid silver Bedouin bracelets from Egypt. These cuffs or bracelets were worn by Bedouins from the North Delta trought Sinaï and as far away as Palestine due their popularity. These samples are about 80 to 90 years old but are not stamped. Superb silky patina and craftmanship ! See similar samples in the Ghysel's Collection " A World of Bracelets ", by Anne van Cutsem, p. 30 and in " Enchanted Jewelry of Egypt " by Azza Fahmy, p. 110. The inner circumference measure 16.2 cm. ( 6.37" ) and the space at the opening is 1.8 cm. ( 0.70" ). The front height is 1.2 cm. ( 0.47" ). Weighs 234 grams ( 8.25 Oz ).   
 
    

 

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Price : US$ 380.00

 

 

SOLD

 

 

 

 


ID #: A/126
 

 

An exquisite pair of antique solid silver Bedouin bracelets from Fayum, in Egypt. About 40 to 60 years old, excellent silver content, with hallmarks up one bracelet ( illisibles on the other ) : 800 and lotus. Great silky patina and quality !! See similar sample in " A World of Bracelets " by Anne van Cutsem, p. 31. The height is 2.5 cm. ( 0.98" ) and the inner diameter about 5.3 cm. ( 2.08" ). The space at the opening is 2.6 cm. ( 1.02"  ) and the inner circumference ( including the space at the opening ) measure approx. 16 cm. ( 6.29" ). Very ligthly adjustable. Weighs 168 grams ( 5.92 Oz ).

 

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Price : US$ 360.00

 

 

 

 

 


ID #: A/159

 

A very nice pair of silver chased Tuareg bracelets from Agadez region, in Niger. Very old pieces worn by intensive use. Very good alloy of silver. See similar pieces in " Magische Ornamente Silberschmuck der Tuareg ", Museum Rietberg, Zürich, p. 75. The height is 2.2 cm. ( 0.86" ) and the inner diameter about 6.8 cm. ( 2.67" ). The inner circumference measure approx. 21.3 cm. ( 8.38" ). Weighs 48 grams ( 1.69 Oz ). 
 

 

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Price : US$ 120.00

 

 

 

 

 

 


ID #: A/121

A very pleasant old silver plane Tuareg ring from Mali or Niger. Original design and good quality of workmanship. Very good silver alloy . See similar sample in " Magische Ornamente-Silberchmuck de Tuareg ", Museum Rietberg, Zürich, p. 68. American size is 8 and french size is 17. The diameter is 18 mm. ( 0.70" ) and inner circumference 57 mm. ( 2.24"). Height is about 3.4 cm. ( 1.33" ) and length 3.1 cm. ( 1.22" ). Weighs 18 grams ( 0.63 Oz ).

 

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Price : US$ 95.00

 

 

 

  

 


ID #: A/122

A very nice antique silver amulet " foulet Khamza  " from Marrakech, in  South Morocco. Fine sample in good conditions, showing age and wear overall. These amulets, symbolizing the hand of Fatima, were a protection against the evil eye. Decorated on both sides and hallmarked Marrakech, 1340 from Hegira ( 1921 AD ). See similar sample and more on these amulets in " Bijoux du Maroc " by Marie-Rose Rabaté and André Goldenberg, p 195-197. It measure about 11 cm. by 9.1 cm. ( 4.33" by 3.58" ). Weighs 64 grams ( 2.25 Oz ).   

 

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Price : US$ 110.00

 


 

 


ID #: A/116

A superb old silver Bedouin bracelet from Oasis of Siwa. Excellent quality of workmanship, gracefully chased. Early to mid 20th century, with hallmarks ( possibly libyans ) on the corners and on some of the small domes. Sterling silver, ligthly flexible and adjustable. See a similar sample in " A World of Bracelets " by Anne van Cutsem, p. 31. The inner diameter is 6.8 cm. ( 2.67" ) and the height is 6.5 cm. ( 2.55" ). The space at the opening is 2.3 cm. ( 0.90"  ) and the inner circumference measure ca. 21.3 cm. ( 8.38" ). Weighs 216 grams ( 7.61 ounces ).   
 


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Price : US$ 290.00

 

 

 

 


ID #: A/128

A beautiful old bronze / brass bracelet currency probably from Nigeria. These bracelets were used for major transactions.  Early to mid 20th century. In excellent conditions with nice patina. The inner circumference measure about 18.5 cm. ( 7.28" ) and the inner diameter approx. 5.9 cm. ( 2.32" ). The height is 4.1 cm. ( 1.61" ). Weighs 1226 grams ( 43.24 Oz ). 

 

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Price : US$ 110.00

 

 

 

 


ID #: A/133
A beautiful old silver Fulani ring or pendant from Mali. OLD AND AUTHENTIC, NOT A RECENT COPY ! Very good silver alloy and very nice patina. See similar rings in " A World of Rings " by Anne Van Cutsem, p. 55. American size is 10 and french size is 22. The diameter is 19 mm. ( 0.74" ) and inner circumference 62 mm. ( 2.44"). Thickness is about 7 mm. ( 0.27" ). Weighs 28 grams ( 0.98 Oz ).

 

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Price : US$ 75.00

 

 

 

 

 


ID #: 154

 

 

A fine old bronze Senufo anklet from Ivory Coast. An excellent piece for collectors ! As often, one end is broken ( the only way to take it out of the  ankle ). See similar sample in the Ghysel's Collection in " A World of Bracelets ", by Anne van Cutsem, p. 52. It measure about 18 cm. ( 7.08" ) in length and 10 cm. ( 3.93" ) in height. Weighs 520 grams ( 18.34 Ounces ). 

 

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Price : US$ 120.00

 

    

 


ID #: A/124
 


 

An excellent quality silver chased Tuareg or Moor " Kitab " or amulet from Mauritania or South Morocco. Very good alloy of silver, decorated with five small silver pearls. The back is made up with brass. One small copper end is missing, below rigth. It measure about 7.3 cm. ( 2.87" ) in height and the width is 5.8 cm. ( 2.28" ). Weighs 28 grams ( 0.98 Oz ).

 

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Price : US$ 90.00

 

 

 

 

   
 


ID #: A/149

 

A rare and beautiful  Tuareg or Moor pendant from Mauritania or South Morocco. Made up with silver coins, glass and shell-fish. All the silver coins are islamic, about 1880-1910 AD. This sample is in good conditions, but a  small glass bead is missing. Probably early 20th century. Small repair on the leather thread. See similar sample in the Ghysel's Collection in " A World of Head Ornaments ", by Anne van Cutsem, p. 30. It measure about 9.1 cm. ( 3.58" ) in height and the width is 5.1 cm. ( 2.00" ). Weighs 48 grams ( 1.69 Oz ).   

 

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Price : US$ 120.00

 

 

 

 


ID #: A/150
A great pair of antique silver " Bermil " pendant worn as fibulae from the Berber Zaïane, in Morocco. Silver decorated with dark blue and red niello or paste, embellished with old coins and small coral beads ( two of them are made of glass ). In the center, small pink glass cut stones. Excellent piece for collectors ! The coins are in majority dated of 1320 or 1321 from hegira ( about 1903 AD ). Decorated and chased on both sides. The niello or paste is worn by place. See similar sample in " Bijoux du Maroc " by Marie-Rose Rabaté and André Goldenberg, p 139. The total height is 25.5 cm. ( 10.03" ) and the width ca 6 cm. ( 2.36"). Weighs 270 grams ( 9.52 Oz ).
 

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Price : US$ 650.00

 

 

 

 

 


ID #: A/156
A very original old iron and copper divination bangle from Burkina Faso. These bracelets or bangle seem be used for display on altars, rather than worn. Early to mid 20th century. In excellent conditions with nice patina. The pictures show both sides. See similar sample in the Ghysels collection " A World of Bracelets " by Anne van Cutsem, p. 65. The inner diameter measure about 7.5 cm. ( 2.95" ) and the height of the seated figures ca. 3.7 cm. ( 1.45" ). Weighs 76 grams ( 2.68 Oz ). 

 

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Price : US$ 140.00

 

 

 

 

 


ID #: A/153
A beautiful old silver Bedouin " Aghaiz nesalhat " talisman from North Africa. These talisman were in use from Tunisia to North Egypt. Usually worn by woman who want to be pregnant : the custom was to break one branch of the talisman once the women became pregnant. This sample is of unusual size and particulary well crafted. It's decorated on both sides ( pictures 1 and 3 ) and wear a lybian hallmark. Early to mid 20th century. See similar example in " Enchanted Jewelry of Egypt " by Azza Fahmy, p. 74. It measure about 10 cm. by 7.1 cm. ( 3.93" by 2.79" ). Weighs 62 grams ( 2.18 Oz ).   

 

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Price : US$ 150.00

 

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ID #: A/120

A very nice old silver chased Tuareg Talisman, Udalan Tuaregs, from Mali and Burkina Faso. Rare design, in excellent conditions. The back side is made up of brass, well patinated. Good alloy of silver. See similar pieces in " Magische Ornamente Silberschmuck der Tuareg ", Museum Rietberg, Zürich, p. 48-49. An excellent piece for collectors !   It measure about 7.9 cm. by 6.9 cm. ( 3.11" by 2.71" ). The thickness is 2.6 cm. ( 1.02" ). Weighs 44 grams ( 1.55 Oz ). 

 

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Price : US$ 140.00

 

 

 

 

 


ID #: A/151

 

A wonderful pair of antique silver " Bermil " pendant worn as fibulae from the Berber Zaïane, in Morocco. Silver chased and decorated with black and green painting, embellished with old coins and small coral beads. In the center, small blue glass cut stones. For collectors but also possible to wear, taking out the upper part ! The coins are dated from 1299 to 1321  from hegira ( about 1882 to 1903 AD ). Decorated and chased on both sides. The colored decoration is almost still well present. See similar sample in " Bijoux du Maroc " by Marie-Rose Rabaté and André Goldenberg, p 139. The total height is 28.5 cm. ( 11.22" ) and the width ca 5.7 cm. ( 2.24"). Weighs 320 grams ( 11.28 Oz ).
 

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Price : US$ 720.00

 

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ID #: A/135
A very nice old silver Fulani ring or pendant from Mali. OLD AND AUTHENTIC, NOT A RECENT COPY ! Very good silver alloy and beautiful patina. See similar rings in " A World of Rings " by Anne Van Cutsem, p. 55. American size is 7 3/4 and french size is 17. The diameter is 18 mm. ( 0.70" ) and inner circumference 57 mm. ( 2.32"). Thickness is about 9 mm. ( 0.35" ). Weighs 42 grams ( 1.48 Oz ).

 

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Price : US$ 85.00

 

 

 

 

 


ID #: A/158
A fine and well crafted old Berber hinjed bracelet from Aït Ouaouzguit, in Morocco. Filigree work decorated with real coral and turquoise stones and wax or painting. Non-precious metal. See similar piece in " Bijoux du Maroc " by Jacques and Marie-Rose Rabaté ", p.126 and in the Ghysels collection " A World of Bracelets " by Anne van Cutsem, p. 22. The height is 2.6 cm. ( 1.02" ) and the inner diameter about 5.6 cm. ( 2.20" ). The inner circumference measure approx. 17.6 cm. ( 6.92" ). Weighs 62 grams ( 2.18 Oz ). 
 

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Price : US$ 120.00  

 

 

 

 

 


ID #: A/136
A very nice old silver Peul ring from Mali. Very good silver alloy. See similar rings in " A World of Rings " by Anne Van Cutsem, p. 47. American size is 9 and french size is 20. The diameter is 19 mm. ( 0.74" ) and inner circumference 60 mm. ( 2.36"). Weighs 28 grams ( 0.98 Oz ).

 

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Price : US$ 55.00

 

 

 

 


ID #: A/137
A fine old silver ring from Ethiopia. Very good silver alloy and nice patina. See similar rings in " A World of Rings " by Anne Van Cutsem, p. 40. American size is 7 1/4 and french size is 15. The diameter is 17 mm. ( 0.66" ) and inner circumference 55 mm. ( 2.16"). The length is 4.5 cm. ( 1.77" ). Weighs 18 grams ( 0.63 Oz ).
 

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Price : US$ 65.00

 

 

 

 

   

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