
Title | 5 Ethiopian Coptic Pendants Tiny African |
---|---|
Other Names | Currency |
Materials | Silver (unknown metal content) |
Made In | Ethiopia |
Traded In | Africa. |
Approximate Age | Late 20th century |
Overall Condition | Good. |
Damage/Repair | Casting flaws |
People | Baule |
Object Size | 3 mm dia beads. See picture with penny for size comparison (US penny is 19 mm diameter). |
Necklace Length | 32 inches (including string/raffia) |
Pendant Size | 0.5-1 x 0.5-0.75 inch See picture with penny for size comparison (US penny is 19mm diameter). |
Strand Length | 28 inches (includes string/raffia) |
Picture is an example, yours will be similar.
Additional information: Ethiopia is home to one of the oldest continuous Christian traditions in the world, and Ethiopian silversmiths produce religious jewelry as an expression of that tradition. Star of David pendants are worn around the neck and emphasize the relationship of Christian Ethiopians to Israel, King Solomon and the Queen of Sheba.