The Tuareg people are a group that inhabits large swathes of North and West Africa, ethnically considered to be Berber in origin. Tuareg people live in one of the most inhospitable areas of the planet, the Sahara dessert, where a primary concern is to protect and defend themselves from hostile supernatural forces that influence the surrounding environment. The main instrument of protection; amulets and talismans. Pendants such as these, which are made by Tuareg tribespeople, have been worn in North Africa for centuries as a form of protection. Each pendant measures approximately 27 x 54mm and can be strung on a cord, or incorporated into a more complex jewelry design. Each pendant is unique and may vary slightly from photo. Get yours today.
It is exactly as described by The Bead Chest. It represents excellent value for money for people who want to create arts/crafts with a cultural/African theme, or those who want to wear Authentic-looking jewellery without a hefty price-tag.