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Old antique solid brass engraved collar necklace from Ethiopia
Old antique solid brass engraved collar necklace from Ethiopia
Old antique solid brass engraved collar necklace from Ethiopia
Old antique solid brass engraved collar necklace from Ethiopia
Old antique solid brass engraved collar necklace from Ethiopia
Old antique solid brass engraved collar necklace from Ethiopia

Old antique solid brass engraved collar necklace from Ethiopia

$ 66

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Item must be returned within: 14 Days
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Restocking Fee: 10%

    Description

    Early 20th century collar style necklace from Oromo valley in southern Ethiopia. The necklace is made from solid brass with etched designs. It has a minimalist, almost industrial aesthetic that doesn't appear very often in African antiques. The necklace has been heavily worn in a traditional setting, there is some small denting to the tips [see photos] and it is otherwise in very good condition. The metal is rigid but can be adjusted slightly if you are very strong! The necklace is not a perfect circle and it is a heavy, substantial piece. See similar "A World of Necklaces: Asia, Africa, Oceania, America" by Anne Leurquin, p. 108
    Inside Diameter: 6 1/2" 16.5cm
    Width: 5/8" 17mm
    Thickness: 3/16" 4mm
    Opening: 3 1/2" 9cm
    Weight: 292g
    Please see my store for other antique African jewelry and clothing. Combined shipping available. Please ask any questions prior to purchase. Thank you!
    All items are 100% authentic and have been previously worn, often in a traditional environment. Every effort has been made to describe any significant flaws in both words and pictures in the listings however a certain amount of wear should always be expected. Handmade items should also be expected to contain irregularities which I believe adds to their character and does not detract in any way from their quality.