Description

This type of ring is worn by Tuareg men who ride in the salt caravans by camel across the Sahara, travelling as far as Taoudenni. It is set with a beautiful hand-cut and polished carnelian stone set in silver.
The dome-shaped carnelian represents the sand dune, each of the four prongs, represents the four cardinal points.
The women who remain behind also wear this type of ring, as a reminder of the challenging voyage that their men are making.
Rich patina, mid 20th century – Collected in Mali.

Inner Diameter: 17,7 mm
Weight: 11,38 grams
Ring size: 7 1/2

* Carnelian is appreciated as a powerful amulet and also believed to avert illness