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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.

old Tuareg jewelry

Posted by Ethnic Embellishments on March 23, 2014 at 6:58pm

A collection of old pieces from Mali & Niger. Tcherot, "earrings" (actually temple ornaments- the circular pieces), hair rings with carnelian and agate. The tcherot with red was made from an old container utilizing the red painted side which is rather unusual.