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Moroccan Silver Tuareg Moon Pendant Necklace with Onyx Necklace

Moroccan Silver Tuareg Moon Pendant Necklace with Onyx

€101,95
€101,95
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This elegant pendant necklace features a large circular black onyx stone surrounded by delicately etched sterling silver. The beads are also onyx. 

The round shape of the large pendant signifies the full moon - a symbol revered and honored by the Tuareg people. 

Pendant measures 2.5in long
Total length 14.5in

The Tuareg are traditionally independent nomadic herders, crossing the southern Sahara desert by camel. Influential in the spread of Islam, they produce no masks or figures--prohibited in Islamic society--but instead create an impressive world of traditional, abstract, beautiful, functional objects of leather, wood and metal.

Tuareg jewelry is often characterized by the use large stones and distinctive etched patterns in elaborate silver work. Tuareg designs carry rich symbolism and meaning, often including elements of the night sky which guide them on their night time journeys through the desert. Each carefully etched line in Tuareg jewelry represents an important creature in tribal life, both human and animal.

All sales on Silver Sahara benefit the native artisans and help to ensure continuation of traditional craft techniques.