Matching Pair of Quality Vintage Silver Saharan 'Mizam' Bracelets from Morocco - RARE
A matching pair of authentic vintage silver (tested) bracelets—mizam—from Guelmim, Morocco, made by artisans circa 1950. These stunning hinged bracelets are chunky with a beautiful traditional design, tribal markings and raised granulation. This pair of bracelets are very high quality, having extra panels of etched silver onto which the pois chiches beads are attached. Worn traditionally by Saharwi Guedra dancers. It's rare to find a matching pair still together after all these years. Absolutely beautiful and very collectible or even wearable.
Photo props are not included.
Date:
1950s
Material:
High-grade silver
Dimensions:
Inner diameter: 5.5 cm
Band width: 1.9 cm
Weight:
200.0 g
Ref:
BRA-231
References:
Draguet, M. and Merode, N., 2020. Berber Memories. Yale University Press, p552
Grammet, I. and Meersman, M. (1998). Splendeurs du Maroc. Tervuren (Belgique): Musée royal de l'Afrique centrale, p.329