Description
Tuareg pectoral amulets necklace on a twisted leather strand.
Worn by the Tuareg Iwellemmeden Kel-Denneg and the Azawagh of Niger.
The amulets enclose sacred writings to afford protection to the wearer.
Pronounced usage patina of age and wear.
Collected in Niger.
Length of leather strand: 92 cm (36″)
Dimensions of tcherot: 6 x 7,5 cm
Dimensions of leather amulets: 8 x 9,7 cm and 8 x 11 cm