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BERBER KABYLE TUAREG AND AFRICAN JEWELLERY
 ID #: A/191 |
A great pair of antique
silver enameled and hinjed bracelets from the
Zaïane tribe, Middle Atlas, in Morocco. Rims and frames of silver
wire spirated surround appliqués enameled in blue. The blue enamel is
still well present, worn by places. One bracelet is ligthly battered at
one place but it is few noticiable ( see pict. no 5 ). Silver content
800, with hallmark of 133(4) from Hegira or 1916 AD. Very confortable to wear.
See similar sample in " Bijoux du Maroc " by Marie-Rose Rabaté and André
Goldenberg, p 142.. The inner circumference measure about 20.1 cm. ( 7.91" ) and the interior
diameter approx. 6.4 cm. ( 2.51" ). The height is 3.5 cm. ( 1.37" ). Weighs
224 grams
( 7.90 Oz ).
Price : US$ 340.00
SOLD
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 ID #: A/197 |
A rare
antique
Berber silver box amulet holder from
Aurès, in Algeria. These amulet holder are totally absent from the
Bazaars from years and originals like this sample are very hard to come
by. In excellent conditions, ligthly worn. Early 20th century. An
excellent piece for collectors !! See smaller and less rare samples in "
Bijoux et Bijoutiers de l'Aurès " by Tatiana Benfoughal, p. 62 and in "
Bijoux Berbères d'Algérie " by Henriette Camps-Faber, p.88. It measure
about 7.6 cm. by 7.8 cm. ( 2.99" by 3.07" ) and the thickness is 1.9 cm.
( 0.74" ). Weighs 74 grams ( 2.61 Oz ).
Price : US$ 290.00
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 ID #: A/193 |
A beautiful antique enameled Kabyle "Tabzimt" or fibula from Grande Kabylie, in Algeria. Beautiful design, with blue, yellow and some green enamel on maillechort. Decorated with original bakelite cabochons. The back side is graciously decorated and enameled too. The enamel is missing by places on the back ( see pictures ). First half of 20th century. A great piece for collectors. See more on these fibulae and similar sample in " Bijoux Berbères d'Algérie " by Henriette Camps-Fabrer, p. 78 ss. and in the Ghysels collection " Colliers Ethniques... " by Anne Leurquin, p. 34-35. The diameter is 10 cm. ( 3.93" ). Weighs 138 grams ( 4.86 Oz ).
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 ID #: A/143
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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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 ID #: A/188 |
A rare
antique pair of
silver " brim " anklets from
the Sahara
Atlas, in Algeria. In very
good conditions, about 80% of silver content. A great
piece for collectors. Late 19th, early 20th
century. See a simlar piece in the collections of Musée de l'Homme, in
Paris and " Bijoux et Parures d'Algérie ", p. 112 ( catalogue de
l'exposition " Bijoux et Parures d'Algérie " à Mantes-la-Jolie, 2003 ). The interior diameter measure ca 8.6 cm. ( 3.38" ) and the inner circumference approx. 27 cm. ( 10.62" ). The height of the flowers is 2.1 cm. ( 0.82" ). Weighs 112 grams ( 3.95 Oz ).
Price : US$ 250.00
ON HOLD
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 ID #: A/194 |
A rare complete old Berber woollen head-dress from Central Anti-Atlas in Morocco. The decoration sewed on wool is made of silver enameled in green and yellow, partially worn in the center with silver and coral beads. An additionnal shell-fish embellish the piece. Complete pieces with the decoration still in place are extremely rare. The silver pendant measure about 7.9 cm. by 4.2 cm. ( 3.11" by 1.65" ). Total weight, including the woollen cap is 162 grams ( 5.71 Oz ).
Price : US$ 180.00
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A wonderful antique silver Berber Kholkhal hollow anklet from Tunisia. A rare find, late 19th, early 20th century. Hollow, it's not heavy. Very nice chased design, with a fish, symbolizing the fertility and for protection against the evil. Ligthly battered on one side ( see picture ), overall in very good conditions. See more on these anklets or " kholkhal " in " Les bijoux de Tunisie ", by Samira Gargouri-Sethom, p. 116 ss. Missing in many collections. The inner circumference measure ca. 29.7 cm. ( 11.69" ) and the front height 3.1 cm. ( 1.22" ). Weighs 80 grams ( 2.82 Oz ).
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 ID #: 161
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A deliscious old
small
wedding or show Kabyle necklace from Grande Kabylie, in Algeria.
Made up with two two rows of silver chains, separated by small circular
silver beads vertically strunk and twelve pendants. These are enameled
in blue, green and yellow and decorated with real red coral stones. The
enamel is worn, few remaining. Early 20th century. Easy to wear and rare
in this size. See a similar sample in " Bijoux Berbères d'Algérie " by Henriette Camps-Faber,
p.60 ss. and in the Ghysels collection " Colliers Ethniques
d'Afrique, d'Asie, d'Océanie et d'Amérique " by Anne Lurquin, p. 36-37. It measure about
56 cm. (
22.04" ) in circumference, including the cotton threads and the height in the center is
4.4 cm. ( 1.73" ). Weighs 102 grams ( 3.59 Oz ).
Price : US$ 350.00
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 ID #: A/146
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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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 ID #: 191
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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 ).
Price : US$ 220.00
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 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 ).
Price : US$ 140.00
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 ID #: A/184 |
A superb antique
Bedouin silver cuff from
Oasis of Siwa, in Egypt ( from the middle of Egypt to the coast ).
Worn by years of intensive use ( the border is ligthly irregular ) with
great silky patina. 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 19.8 cm. ( 7.79" ) and the inner
diameter approx. 6.3 cm. ( 2.48" ). The space at the opening is ca.
26
mm. ( 1.02" ) and the height is 5.7 cm. ( 2.24" ). Weighs 78 grams
( 2.75 Oz ).
Price : US$ 120.00
SOLD
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 ID #: 192
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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 ).
Price : US$ 2500.00
SOLD
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 ID #: A/155
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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 ).
Price : US$ 180.00
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 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 Oz ).
Price : US$ 240.00
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 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 ).
Price : US$ 140.00
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 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 ).
Price : US$ 160.00
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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 ).
Price : US$ 340.00
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 ID #: A/147
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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 ).
Price : US$ 150.00
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 ID #: A/195
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A great
silver Bedouin hinjed bracelet from Nubia or Sudan. These piece were
made and worn in Southern Nubia and in the Rashaida Tribe, in Sudan.
Superb sample with very nice patina, in excellent conditions. The stem is recent and fit very
well. Good alloy of silver. An excellent piece for connoisseurs ! 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 5.1 cm. ( 2.00" ) and the inner diameter about
6 cm. ( 2.36"
). The inner circumference measure approx. 18.8 cm. ( 7.40" ). Weighs
230 grams ( 8.11 Oz ).
Price : US$ 290.00
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 ID #: A/180 |
A very rare
antique
silver Berber stem bracelet from
Aurès, in Algeria. A great find, totally absent in the bazaars. In
good conditions, with some of the bakelite decorations totally worn.
Good alloy of silver. A great
piece for collectors and easy to wear. Late 19th, early 20th
century. See more on these bracelets and similar sample in " Bijoux et
Bijoutiers de l'Aurès " by Tatiana Benfoughal, p. 172-173. The interior
diameter measure ca 6 cm. ( 2.36" ) and the inner circumference approx.
18.8 cm. ( 7.40" ). The height is 4.1 cm. ( 1.61" ) and the
space at the opening 2.5 cm. ( 0.98" ). Weighs
128 grams (
4.51 Oz
).
Price : US$ 280.00
SOLD
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 ID #: A/163
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A very nice and rare
antique pair of
Berber Fibulae from South-West Algeria. Made up with non-precious
metal or maillechort. Superb and orginal design ! In good conditions but
the loop of one piece was secured with copper wire, probably because the
fastening was damaged. For collectors : these pieces are really hard to
come by ! Early 20th century. They measure ca. 14.2 cm. ( 5.59" ) in
height and the width is 8 cm. ( 3.14" ). Weighs 154 grams ( 5.43 Oz ).
Price : US$ 190.00
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 ID #: A/182 |
A marvelous
silver Bedouin hinjed bracelet from Nubia or Sudan. These piece were
made and worn in Southern Nubia and in the Rashaida Tribe, in Sudan.
Great sample, ligthly worn with superb patina. Same wax still present.
Two small splits in the border and some tiny holes, overall in very good
conditions for these rare bracelets. The stem is recent and fit very
well. Very good alloy of silver. An excellent piece for connoisseurs ! 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 5 cm. ( 1.96" ) and the inner diameter about
6 cm. ( 2.36"
). The inner circumference measure approx. 18.8 cm. ( 7.40" ). Weighs
130 grams ( 4.58 Oz ). Price : US$ 195.00
SOLD
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 ID #: A/186 |
A very nice antique
silver Bedouin bracelet from
Lybia. About 60 to 80 years old, excellent silver content,
with lybian hallmarks. Great silky patina and quality. Ligthly
adjustable and confortable to wear. The height is 3 cm. ( 1.18" ) and the inner diameter about
6 cm. ( 2.36"
). The space at the opening is 1.5 cm. ( 0.59" ) and the inner circumference
( including the space at the opening ) measure approx. 18.8 cm. ( 7.40" ). Weighs
58 grams ( 2.04 Oz ).
Price : US$ 140.00
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 ID #: A/126
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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 ).
Price : US$ 320.00
SOLD
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 ID #: A/159
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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 ). Price : US$ 120.00
SOLD
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 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 ).
Price : US$ 95.00
SOLD
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 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 ).
Price : US$ 110.00
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 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 ).
Price : US$ 260.00
SOLD
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 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 ).
Price : US$ 110.00
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 ID #: A/174 |
A fashionnable
old
silver and glass Tuareg necklace from Kel Aïr, in Niger. All the
elements are old and original. An excellent piece easy and elegant to
wear. Good silver alloy and very nice patina. See similar necklace (
without the glass pedants ) in the Ghysels collection : " Colliers
Ethniques d'Afrique, d'Asie, d'Océanie et d'Amérique ", by Anne
Leurquin, p. 53. The inner
circumference measure ca 47.5 cm. ( 18.70") and the height of the
cross in the center is 4.9 cm. ( 1.92" ). Weighs 32 grams ( 1.12 Oz ).
Price : US$ 180.00
SOLD
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 ID #: A/171 |
A very pretty
antique pair of
silver Berber Fibulae from South-West Algeria. Very good alloy of
silver. In good conditions, nicely worn. I don not clean the back side.
Rare ! First half of the 20th century. They measure ca. 14.8 cm. ( 5.82" ) in height and the width is 8.5 cm. ( 3.34" ). Weighs 110 grams (
3.88 Oz ).
Price : US$ 320.00
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 ID #: 154
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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 ).
Price : US$ 120.00
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 ID #: A/124
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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 ).
Price : US$ 90.00
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 ID #: A/149
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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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 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 ).
Price : US$ 650.00
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 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 ).
Price : US$ 140.00
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 ID #: A/166 |
A superb 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, from my own
collection, is of unusual size
and particulary 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 10.2 cm. by 6.7 cm. ( 4.01" by 2.63" ). Weighs
48 grams (
1.69 Oz ).
Price : US$ 150.00
SOLD
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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 ).
Price : US$ 140.00
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 ID #: A/167
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A very well crafted 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, from my own
collection, is of unusual size
and particulary 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
34 grams (
1.19 Oz ).
SOLD
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 ID #: A/181 |
A great and rare
antique
silver chased Berber anklet or bracelet from
East Morocco or West Algeria. Unusual and beautiful design in superb
conditions, deliciously worn. Good alloy of silver containing copper. An
excellent
piece for collectors and easy to wear. Early 20th
century. Superb patina. See more on these bracelets and others samples in
" Bijoux du Maroc " by Marie-Rose Rabaté and André Goldenberg, p 158. The interior
diameter measure ca 7.3 cm. ( 2.87" ) and the inner circumference approx.
22.9 cm. ( 9.01" ). The height is 3.7 cm. ( 1.45" ) and the
space at the opening 2.6 cm. ( 1.02" ). Weighs 268 grams (
9.45 Oz
).
Price : US$ 285.00
SOLD
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 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 ).
Price : US$ 120.00
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 ID #: A/187 |
A fine
old
silver enamelled Berber pendant from Tiznit region, in South Morocco.
Yellow, green and blue enamel on very good silver alloy. Ideal for
necklace project. A very good sample in nice conditions. It measure about
6.1
cm. by 5.3 cm. ( 2.40" by 2.08" ). Weighs 46 grams (
1.69 Oz ).
Price : US$ 90.00
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 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 ).
Price : US$ 55.00
SOLD
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 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 ).
Price : US$ 65.00
SOLD
|
 ID #: A/179 |
A very rare antique
silver Berber amulet circular box from
South Morocco or South-West Algeria. Very good alloy of silver
in excellent conditions. Beautiful workmanship with nice patina. A rare find, totally absent in the Bazaars
and ideal for necklace project. It measure about 5.7 cm. ( 2.24" " )
in diameter and the height is ca 5.1 cm. ( 2" ). Weighs 58 grams ( 2.04 Oz ).
Price : US$ 150.00
SOLD
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