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Collection of Tuareg plait rings

Posted by Ethnic Embellishments on July 2, 2012 at 8:36pm
Plait rings from Niger. While plait rings with carnelian and green agate seem more common, there are many unique variations in plain silver. Some are incised on both sides. Available.
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Tags: Berber, Niger, Tuareg, hair, jewelry, silver
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  • SARAH CORBETT July 2, 2012 at 10:13pm

    love these

  • Ethnic Embellishments July 2, 2012 at 10:22pm

    I have a weak spot for these plait ornaments.  They have many different designs and styles, some even look like veil weights.  

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