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Moroccan enamelled rings

Posted by Savanna Caravan on July 9, 2011 at 11:15am
These "rings" were used in Morocco by "attaching them to the end of plaits in the Akka oasis or were hung on the temples in Agadir. They were filled with perfumed wool to arouse the senses." (see page 265 of A World of Head Ornaments). Chunky, heavy, with a lot of original enamel still present.
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  • SARAH CORBETT July 9, 2011 at 11:39am

    Hi Sue these are also perfume amulets, and would be hung in te Hair on beaded strands or on bands  the void in the centre would also be filled with scented wool.

    S x

  • SARAH CORBETT July 9, 2011 at 11:40am
    oh!! From the Anti Altas x
  • Joost Daalder July 9, 2011 at 1:18pm
    Plenty of character here.
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