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.

Moroccan "Amber" and Silver Metal Necklace.

My apologies - I have tried repeatedly to get a decent photo of this but I`ve been defeated. I could believe that it has a hex on it!
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  • "Married women wear a type of necklace which consists of silver pendants and beads called tiferfrin ( A term meaning to fly) the triangular shape represents the tail of a bird" Cynthia Becker.

  • Aha - more revealed as to the symbolism of these shapes as time passes.
    I still would like to know why I can't load photos from my lenovo tablet onto this site. Does anyone have any tips?

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