Amazigh Tuareg Ring Zinder Cross - Silver - Niger - 20th century

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This silver Amazigh Tuareg ring, titled “Amazigh Toeareg RING ZINDER KRUIS”, originates from Niger and dates to the 20th century.

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Description from the seller

Amulet, Talisman, Tuareg Ring, Zinder Cross.
From the Amazigh, or Berber, or Tuareg.
From Morocco, or Southeast Niger, the Zinder city region, of the Sahel, of the Sahara, of Mali.
Silver. Probably made from melted Maria Theresa thalers.
Protective symbol against evil and threats, worn as a pendant in the inhospitable Sahara region,
Decorative art from Morocco and surrounding areas.
With a round opening and a pronounced pointed pin or conical end.
Obviously handmade. With engraving or ornamental work.
Early 20th century.
With a beautiful patina from long use.
Weighs 12.0 grams, dimensions 4.4 x 1.9 x 1.1 cm.
From our old private collection.
See photos that are part of this description.
Carefully packed, and insured shipping with track and trace code, via PostNL.
Can also be picked up in Leiden, the Netherlands.

Amulet, Talisman, Tuareg Ring, Zinder Cross.
From the Amazigh, or Berber, or Tuareg.
From Morocco, or Southeast Niger, the Zinder city region, of the Sahel, of the Sahara, of Mali.
Silver. Probably made from melted Maria Theresa thalers.
Protective symbol against evil and threats, worn as a pendant in the inhospitable Sahara region,
Decorative art from Morocco and surrounding areas.
With a round opening and a pronounced pointed pin or conical end.
Obviously handmade. With engraving or ornamental work.
Early 20th century.
With a beautiful patina from long use.
Weighs 12.0 grams, dimensions 4.4 x 1.9 x 1.1 cm.
From our old private collection.
See photos that are part of this description.
Carefully packed, and insured shipping with track and trace code, via PostNL.
Can also be picked up in Leiden, the Netherlands.

Details

Dynastic Style/Period
20th century
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
Niger
Attribution
Original
Material
Silver
Height
4.4 cm
Width
1.9 cm
Title of artwork
Amazigh Tuareg Ring Zinder Cross
Depth
1.1 cm
Condition
Good condition
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
Sold by
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Objects sold
100%
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