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.

A rare artefact of the very rich and ancient Moroccan Jewish material culture

one is sure to have said the prayer 1000 times (100x10)

handsomely enamelled in a blue and green curvilinear floral pattern

the highest number of prayers can be said at once: 1 string= 1000

they are imbued with deep symbolism

The charms held specific magical

Antique Amazigh Silver Ring

This kind of bracelet called Haida by Tunisian peoples

Signs of wear consistent with its age and tribal origin

They were popular all over the Islamic world and even outside of it

pendants or simply mementos

As a regular rule