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Tuareg Silver Flat Bracelet

Tuareg silver is the most luxurious jewelry worn in most West African countries. It is believed to be "the pure metal blessed by the prophet". The Tuareg people of the Sahara wear jewelry made out of this silver as an indicator of wealth, position and origin.

Tuareg silver itself is an alloy of silver and copper which gives it a brilliant golden tone. This is not sterling silver and is sometimes made from silver dollars that have been melted.

The highly esteemed Tuareg silversmiths create a wide array of jewelry objects that all tie together using the Berber markings and geometric patterns that stand for ancient blessings of good fortune and protection for the wearer.

The bracelet has an opening of 2.5" and can be adjusted to fit a smaller wrist.

Hand made by the Tuareg people in Niger, West Africa.

Packaged in a velvet pouch, suitable for gift-giving.

 

Price: $10.95