Pectoral Ornament

19th–20th century

Not on view

Two fibulae and a ball pendant make up this pectoral ornament that would have been worn by an Amazigh (Berber) woman in Morocco. The shape of the fibulae is sometimes referred to as an argan nut (irgen), referencing the importance of this nut in Amazigh cuisine, medicine, and cosmetics. Jewels like this ornament were worn as part of an ensemble including head and ear ornaments, bracelets, and rings.

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Provenance

Title: Pectoral Ornament
Date: 19th–20th century
Geography: Attributed to Morocco
Medium: Silver
Classification: Jewelry
Credit Line: Gift of Mrs. Paul Cauvin, 1967
Object Number: 67.145.7
Curatorial Department: Islamic Art

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