"Women's Bracelet - Djerma Culture, Niger - Late 19th - Early 20th Century"
WOMAN'S BRACELET Djerma culture, Niger
Late 19th - early 20th century
Red copper
Length: 11.5 cm; Thickness: cm
A large red copper band bracelet with incised geometric motifs on the sides, ending in two diamond-patterned protrusions in a row.
These bracelets, worn by married women, were a sign of wealth and could also be used as currency.
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
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