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Vintage Tuareg Silver Ring with Green Glass – Sahara Nomadic Art
Vintage Tuareg Silver Ring with Green Glass – Sahara Nomadic Art
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Vintage Tuareg Silver Ring with Green Glass Insert – Sahara Nomadic Art
This unique Tuareg Silver Jewelry ring is a stunning example of traditional nomadic craftsmanship. Handmade in Niger, West Africa, this ring features a beautiful green translucent glass insert and is crafted from low silver content (coin silver mixed with other metals), typical of authentic Tuareg work.
- Ring Size: 3.75 (USA size)
- Internal Diameter: 14.75 mm
- Material: Low silver content / Coin silver mixed with other metals
- Insert: Green translucent glass
- Condition: Very good, with some wear and age-related patina
This is the actual item you will receive, an exquisite piece of ethnic Tuareg jewelry with history and character.
About Tuareg Jewelry
Tuareg Jewelry, also known as Tuareg Silver Jewelry, is renowned for its intricate geometric designs and powerful symbolism. Traditionally handcrafted by Tuareg artisans, each piece reflects nomadic life and cultural identity. The use of silver and other accessible metals, along with colored glass inserts, showcases the adaptability and artistic finesse of the Tuareg people.
These rings were more than just adornments they carried cultural significance, indicating status, tribe, and protection. Symbols like the Agadez Cross or stars and moons are often incorporated, carrying spiritual and directional meanings important to desert life.
The Tuareg People and Their Art
The Tuareg are a Berber nomadic tribe inhabiting the Sahara, notably in Niger, Mali, Algeria, Libya, and Burkina Faso. Known as the "Blue People" for their indigo garments, their legacy includes mastery in trans-Saharan trade and a distinct cultural identity. While many have adopted sedentary life in modern cities, their traditions remain vibrant.
Beyond jewelry, Tuareg art includes leatherwork, straw weaving, sword crafting, and saddle decorations, all made with care and symbolism. These art forms speak of resilience, heritage, and the beauty of the Sahara's nomadic cultures.
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