Grigri
Tuareg pectoral Tcherot amulet (Agadez region, Niger)
This pectoral pendant is a grigri or metal amulet that contains a little sand, a verse from the Koran and magical writings chosen by a local marabout. It was conceived as a stepped pyramid made of Berber silver (below 50% silver content), decorated with stars, aquatic symbols, zigzag lines and other drawings characteristic of Tuareg imagery. It hangs from an ornate leather cord and is sealed with an iron plate.
Width: 6cm; Height: 6.5cm; Weight: 20g
| Material: Alloy |