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Tuareg jewelry is much sought after for it's clean lines and geometric style. These beautiful pendants come in an infinite variety and are often highly detailed. Tcherot are worn in Mali, Maurtania and Niger. The word tcherot means “letter”, “message” or “paper on which something is written” and tcherot pendants often contain a slip of paper on which is written verses of the Koran, magic letters, numbers, names of days, names of the stars and planets, or signs representing the eye and worn for protection. For more information see the book Africa Adorned by Angela Fisher.
Item No. JPM0196
Length: About 2.75 inches
Width: 2-3/8 inches
Materials: Copper and mixed metals
Metal Color: Front is copper, reverse is more of an aluminum color
Attachment: Tunnel at the top for stringing
Additional Info: Incised design on the front and a plain back.
Three dimensional copper front. Back is plain/smooth.
Country of Origin: Morocco
Condition: Vintage
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 contact us!
