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Silver, coral, turquoises, enamel, resin, AlgeriaDescription:Kabyles women receive their jewels from their parents the day of their marriage and they belong to their dowry: these enamelled silver fibules are named “ibzimen”. Blacksmiths of north of Algeria are specialized in this art : they embellish it with green, yellow and blue enamel.This ancient piece is wearable by all women and also a "collector piece"...Weight:142grHeight:5,70 inchWidth:3,22 inchwww.halter-ethnic.com
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  • An amazing piece. And thanks for the background information.
  • great piece!!!
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