Native Name | Harrar |
Object Number | 87-13-109 |
Current Location | Collections Storage |
Culture | Coptic |
Provenience | Ethiopia | Asmara |
Section | African |
Materials | Silver |
Description | Silver necklace in shape of a hollow crescent, hung on a silver chain. A row of small bells are suspended from the bottom of the crescent. The surface of the crescent is covered with intricate incising, beading and looped wirework. The chain is hung from six loops which are attached to the crescent diamond-shaped plaques which are covered with rows of breaking. (previously L-897-25). |
Length | 20.2 cm |
Outside Diameter | 5 cm |
Credit Line | Purchased from Mr. and Mrs. Aurelio Cinquegrana, 1987 |
Other Number | L-897-25 - Old Museum Number |
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