This piece is a Tuareg tribal necklace, a traditional form of artisan jewelry crafted by the nomadic Tuareg people of the Sahara Desert. This necklace is hand-engraved with symbolic geometric patterns.
- Symbolism: In Tuareg culture, these amulets (sometimes called tcherot) are often believed to offer protection against the “evil eye” or to bring good luck.
- Craftsmanship: handmade by skilled artisans (often known as kelinaden), making this necklace unique. Material: Silver.
- Design: The pendant is characterized by its shield or square shape with intricate etched linear patterns that represent pathways or ancestral stories. It is suspended on a black cord.