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A digital archive showcasing the extensive collection of jewellery and adornment images shared on the former Ethnic Jewels Ning site over the years. These images have significantly enriched discussions on cultural adornment and its global dispersion.

Mauritanian shell ornaments

Posted by Ethnic Embellishments on May 14, 2011 at 12:28am

Nice larger carved shells of varying styles. Many are very old and have the patina from years of incense being rubbed on them. The lower right hand piece that has a red string is actually an form of plastic or resin.

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