Large Berber Earrings – Tiznit, Morocco

Early 20th century. Silver, glass grams 59,7 (2.11 oz); cm. 11,0 high x cm. 7,2 width (4.33″ x 2.83”).

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.