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Old Selsela with Fibulae

Posted by Edith D on February 14, 2012 at 3:46pm
From Tunis...I am guessing that this ensemble is between 60 and 80 years old. It weighs about 360 grams...very heavy! The arrangement of central round pendant flanked on either side by khamseh is typical.
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Tags: Pectorals, Tunisia
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  • Toya February 14, 2012 at 4:31pm

    Absolutely divine! The patina is lovely and the design so delicate yet intricate.

  • SARAH CORBETT February 14, 2012 at 4:56pm

    what a beauty

    Sx

  • Toya February 14, 2012 at 5:48pm

    Better than chocolate and the red background is perfect for Valentine's Day.

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