Antique Berber Earrings – Khamsa, South Morocco

Mid 20th century. Silver, gr 21,6 (0.76 oz); cm. 10,0 high x cm. 3,9 width (3.94″ x 1.54”).

Hands of Fatima hang from these earrings for protection purposes.

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.

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