Old Silver & Agate Tuareg Talhakimt Hair Rings (4 Rings)
A set of four authentic small vintage Tuareg rings that are mainly worn by Bella people in their hair as adornment. Each ring is reversible with an engraved design on both sides. The agate talhakimt offer perceived protection and good health to the wearer in addition to being attractive hair adornment.
Talhakimt are also sometimes worn as necklaces, strung on leather cord or as finger rings. Collectible, wearable for very small fingers or useful as jewellery making supplies. In good vintage condition.
Date:
1940s
Material:
Silver & agate
Dimensions:
Small, approx. ring sizes (L to R on 1st photo):
i. G (USA 3¼),
ii. A (USA ½),
iii. 1.0cm dia., &
iv. A (USA ½)
Total weight:
19.0 g
Ref:
HDR-746
Book reference:
Fisher, A. (1998). Africa Adorned. New York: H. Abrams, p. 186