Old Berber hijab , talisman , enamel pendant

Old Berber hijab , talisman , enamel pendantA very fine old Amazigh womens protective amulet from the early 20th Century. Lovely silver patina and intact enamel, centred on a back side faceted 10 mm. Originating in the Tiznit Tafraoute region of Moroccos Western Anti Atlas Mountains. A museum quality piece, elegant and meaningful.

deeply rooted in the spiritual and cultural heritage of the region

once very popular in North Africa

We can shave them upon purchase to your precise size

Tuareg crosses have transcended their traditional roles

KHAMSAS or HAMSAS are a staple of Morocan adornment traditions

sliding grains on the larger strand helps count prayers

Carefully and skillfully carved out of wood they showcase a great patina from constant use by the followers of specific muslim Sufi orders such as the Tidiane or Tidjane

A fine old pair of tefillin

It is composed of a thick semi-circular silver wire

A very fine old Amazigh women’s protective amulet from the early 20th Century

reaching into parts of Senegal

Old Enamelled Silver Kohl Flask