Tuareg Silver Turban Amulet Tcherot

Description

Tuareg silver turban amulet or tcherot ta n’eghaf, from the the Aïr mountains in Niger.
The reflective property of silver make it a powerful talisman.
Enclosing sacred Koranic script to protect its wearer.
Superb repoussé workmanship.
Notable patina – Collected in Niger.

Length: 9 cm
Width: 8 cm
Weight: 36,2 grams

Reference: Bijoux touaregs by Jean Burner, ed. du Fournel, mars 2011, p.152