Necklace

87-13-109

From: Ethiopia | Asmara

Curatorial Section: African

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Native Name Harrar
Object Number 87-13-109
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Coptic
Provenience Ethiopia | Asmara
Section African
Materials Silver
Description

Silver necklace in shape of a hollow crescent, hung on a silver chain. A row of small bells are suspended from the bottom of the crescent. The surface of the crescent is covered with intricate incising, beading and looped wirework. The chain is hung from six loops which are attached to the crescent diamond-shaped plaques which are covered with rows of breaking. (previously L-897-25).

Length 20.2 cm
Outside Diameter 5 cm
Credit Line Purchased from Mr. and Mrs. Aurelio Cinquegrana, 1987
Other Number L-897-25 - Old Museum Number

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