Berber Earrings – Tiznit Region, South Morocco

Early to mid 20th century – Silver, silver coins, glass, enamel gr 45,9 (1.61 oz); cm. 8,8 high x cm. 5,0 width (3.46″ x 1.96”). The Imazighen (singular Amazigh) also known as the Berbers are among the original peoples of North Africa. Their myths, legends and history span 9,000 years, back to the Proto-Mediterraneans. They have achieved unity by keeping up their unique language and culture which are, like their land, both African and Mediterranean.