Moroccan Necklace - Amazigh Copal and Metal Beads Necklace - Berber Beads

Pretty newly strung beaded necklace from Morocco made from a mix of large copal beads with metal bicone beads.  Necklaces, headdresses, bracelets and other jewelry using silver, coral, amber, beads and other elements, and even the colors and designs of these pieces all have meaning in tribal societies. Berber, or 'Amazigh' women are the carriers of the cultural & ethnic identity through their art forms – jewelry, carpet & fabric weaving, fashion, and embroidery.

Item No. JNM0241
Total Necklace Length:  About 22.5 inches
Materials:  Copal beads (tree resin) and mixed metal beads
Copal Bead Color(s):  Golden yellow, warm amber
Metal Color: Silvery mixed metals
Closure:  Hook and ring, although it may be easiest to hook into a chain link
Additional Info: Photos on white background show color most accurately. 
Copal beads vary from opaque to translucent and vary in color.
Country of Origin: Morocco
Condition: New

Please check photos carefully for condition. You will receive the exact piece shown in the photos on this page. This is a new piece that has been brought to you from Morocco. Although it is "new" and not previously owned, it may have traveled through many hands to reach you.

A NOTE ON THE CONDITION OF TRIBAL ITEMS: Our new jewelry is tribal jewelry or newly made jewelry from tribal craftsmen in faraway lands. The condition of our items will reflect their prior travels through many hands before arriving at The Red Camel. Even with new pieces, there may be small flaws here and there that reflect their journey. We do our best to describe any such flaws that may be present, and we encourage you to read the full description and look at all photos closely to judge the condition of the item for yourself and know exactly what you are ordering. If you have questions about the condition of any item, please ask!