Tuareg Silver Necklace Takassa with Tassels, Niger

Description

Takassa are the amulet necklaces that young Tuareg girl wear.
The necklace of silver lahia with small glass beads strung on wool twine, ends in a twist closure.
Rich patina characteristic of old tribal pieces, mid 20th century.
Collected in Niger.

Dimensions of lahia range from: 2,8  to 3 cm
Length: 46 cm (18″)

Please see: Magische Ornamente Silberschmuck der Tuareg-Museum Rietberg, Zurich (2003) p. 61