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Early Ethiopian Berber / Tuareg Silver Talisman Ring
Early Ethiopian Berber / Tuareg Silver Talisman Ring
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Description
East / North Africa, Ethiopian or Berber / Tuareg culture, ca, late 19th to mid-20th century CE. A large sterling silver ring etched with linear symbols. The style is reminiscent of Tifinagh script. North African and Ethiopian rings are often inscribed with talismanic symbols that are often related to Islamic and Tuareg beliefs, which guide and protect the wearer. This ring is wearable and a larger size ideal for a thumb or man's hand. Size: 0.93" L x 0.2" W (2.4 cm x 0.5 cm); band opening: 0.81" L (2.1 cm); US ring size: 11.25 silver quality: 93% to 94%; weight: 3.7 grams

Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010

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#175578
Condition
Light wear from previous use, patina and dark toning. Chips and nicks to edge, otherwise intact and wearable.
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Early Ethiopian Berber / Tuareg Silver Talisman Ring

Estimate $300 - $450
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Starting Price $150
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Artemis Gallery

Artemis Gallery

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Auction Curated By
Bob Dodge
Owner/Executive Director, Antiquities & Pre-Columbian Art
Sydelle Dienstfrey
PhD. Art History, Director, Fine & Visual Arts
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