Description

Fulani etched silver pendant with a superb geometric pattern.
Fulani women take pride in their personal appearance and adorn themselves with various types of jewellery.
This large Fulani silver etched pendant, due to its size and weight and is worn close to the neck area.
Gentle patina, 800 silver, 20th century.
Collected in Tillabéri, Niger.

Largest inner diameter: 3,7 cm
Largest outer diameter: 6 cm
Thickness: 2,8 cm
Weight: 264 g

About the FULANI
The Fulani are a culturally connected ethnic group living across West Africa and the Sahel. Jewelry plays a key role in Fulani identity, serving as adornment, wealth, and social status.

Traditionally made from solid silver or silver alloys, Fulani jewelry represents portable wealth among pastoralist families. The most iconic pieces are the large crescent-shaped “kwottenai kanye” earrings, often made from hammered gold. Despite their size, they are lightweight and worn during celebrations and ceremonies.

Fulani women take out their best jewellery for festive events and ceremonies.
Jewelry and adornment play an important role in the Fulani cultural identity.
They are symbols of wealth, social status, family heritage, beauty and prestige.