Bracelet, One of a Pair

first half 20th century

Not on view

The domed ornaments on this bracelet are reminiscent of jewelry made by the Kabyle people in northern Algeria, but the generous use of filigree suggests it may have been made elsewhere. Heavy bracelets, such as this one, were an important part of a woman’s dowry, and served as portable wealth, which could be sold if the need arose. Red coral is commonly found in Amazigh (Berber) jewelry across North Africa, though imitation gems in glass or plastic are also common substitutes for precious stones.

Artwork Details

Title: Bracelet, One of a Pair
Date: first half 20th century
Geography: Attributed to Algeria
Medium: Silver, coral, and imitation coral
Dimensions: W. 1 in. (2.5 cm)
Diam. 3 1/4 in. (8.3 cm)
Classification: Jewelry
Credit Line: Bequest of Helen Winslow Durkee Mileham, 1954
Object Number: 55.111.22
Curatorial Department: Islamic Art

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