Silver Fibula from Algeria Monts des Aurès

This rare fibula was worn by an Algerian woman in the early 20th century. It is a rather heavy piece of jewellery consisting of a ring and a pin. This brooch was used to attach a coat to the front of a Berber woman's dress.

A collector's item that can also be worn as a brooch or pendant. 

Condition: Good

Reference: A similar brooch is in the collections of the "Musée Ethnographique du Quai Branly" (Ethnographic Museum) in Paris, inventory no. 74.1968.5.95.

• Dimensions: height: 5,4 cm
  width: 5,3 cm
• Weight: 84 g

• Production place: Algeria
• Culture: Berber Ouled Nail
• Production period: First half 20th century
• Materials: silver
• Crafting techniques: hand-forged

Please notice:
This jewel is vintage and has been worn. Scratches and wear marks may visible. It has been cleaned to restore as much as possible its original shine.

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