Splendid set of four ampule holders that can...
Splendid set of four ampule holders that can contain either verses from the Koran or protective formulas. One of them is held in place by a leather cord. They are made of silver with copper alloy and wood. Among the Tuaregs, these pendants are called Tcherot.
Southern Morocco and Tuareg tribes, late 19th-early 20th century.
Length from 3.2 to 5.8 cm.
Gross weight: 93.1 g.
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Splendid set of four ampule holders that can contain either verses from the Koran or protective formulas. One of them is held in place by a leather cord. They are made of silver with copper alloy and wood. Among the Tuaregs, these pendants are called Tcherot.
Southern Morocco and Tuareg tribes, late 19th-early 20th century.
Length from 3.2 to 5.8 cm.
Gross weight: 93.1 g.