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  • Antique Tuareg Manilla Currency/Slave Bracelet, North and West Africa (3145DHM) $295

    $295.00
    H: 3.125″   W: 3.125″   D: 0.75″ | FREE SHIPPING!

    This elegantly shaped horseshoe-shaped manilla from the Mali and Niger region is decorated with hammered and incised embellishments, designs, and decorative motifs unique to individual Tuareg tribes that have been passed on for generations. It is divided into distinct sections, each with detailed traditional etched linear designs, circular cutouts, diamonds, grooves and terminating in large rounded knot finials incised with layered triangles designs. Bracelets/anklets of this massive size were never worn as jewelry but were used as currency and to represent status. The patina shows its age, long use, and wear.  It comes with a wood and metal stand.

     

     

     

  • Antique Tuareg Manilla Currency/Slave Bracelet, North/ West Africa (3149TKM) $275

    $275.00
    H: 3.375”  W: 3.25”  Thick: 1.25” Circum: 5.75” | FREE SHIPPING

    Tuareg wrist and ankle manillas made from sand moulds were usually shaped in a large C. Recognized for their unique etched designs, symbols, motifs and faceted knob ends, each is a one-of-a kind creation. This  bracelet has massive finials with 12 facets containing detailed hand-etched and hammered designs including raised circles. It is in excellent condition with appropriate signs of age and use and comes with a wood and metal stand.

     

    Sources

    Helen E. Hagan and Lucile Meyers, Tuareg Jewelry: Traditional Patterns and Symbols, Xlibrus Corporation, 2006.

  • Antique Tuareg Manilla Currency/Slave Bracelet, North/West Africa (3156JCE) $195

    $195.00
    H: 3.5”  W: 3.625”  Thick: 0.50” Circum. 10.125”  | FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    This finely fashioned antique Tuareg manilla bracelet/anklet is a traditional slim circular-shaped bracelet with hoof-shaped terminals, hand incised striated decorations, and faceted rounded beads at the open ends. Manillas were important currency for nomadic populations since they were easily portable. It is in excellent condition with a fine patina and comes with a wood and metal stand.

  • Antique/Vintage Ethiopian Coptic Cross, Axum (E325ZLX) $150

    $150.00
     Ht: 2.5″  W: 1.325″  | | FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.

    The top of this early 20th century Ethiopian Cross is circular with pierced and etched circles enclosing a stylized cross. The circle reflects the Egyptian ankh but was reinterpreted by Copts to symbolize Christ’s halo, divinity and resurrection. The three arms are decorated with an etched crisscross matrix on the front and end in stylized rectangles. A stylized Cross-Pattée with flaring arms is enclosed in the center.  The necklace chain necklace is not included.

     

  • Antique/Vintage Silver Pendant of Ganesh with Parvati, India (22059XHE) $295

    $295.00

    Ht: 2.75”. W: 2.5” D: 0.25” 1.3oz.  |  FREE SHIPPING WITHIN THE CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    This rare pendant of Ganesh and his mother Parvati seated on a throne is framed within a betel shape with scalloped edges. It is finely crafted heavy silver piece with a top round suspension loop that mirrors the ovule on the bottom. Used as a protective amulet, it shows signs of wear that give it a smooth fine patina.

  • Barry Brinker 18″ Silver Necklace with Emeralds, Ancient Coins and Buddha Pendant (N67KEM) $725

    $725.00
    CHAIN 18” | FREE SHIPPING

    This magnificent Barry Brinker necklace is centered with a Thai Vairocana Buddha ceramic pendant covered with gold leaf, surrounded by multicolored glass beads and on the back is a framed image of what appears to be a monk’s profile. Additional decorations include four Sri Lankan cabochon emeralds and two ancient Roman coins.The 18″ rolo style silver chain is made with imported 950 sterling silver ending in the Barry Brinker signature flame shaped incised tag as part of the clasp.

  • Barry Brinker 27″ Necklace with Carved 3.5″ Stone Fish, Black Pearl and Silver Fittings (P142LKE) $425

    $425.00
    Pendant 3.5″ Chain 27″ | FREE SHIPPING

    This elegant necklace is part of the VA Barry Brinker Vintage Collection which are created before the year 2000. The pendant is a finely carved stone fish with a beautiful dangling black natural pearl hanging from its mouth. The 27″ rolo necklace chain and fittings are 950 silver and has a clasp containing the Barry Brinker signature flame shape tag with incised initials that secures to the clasp.

  • Barry Brinker 28″ Pearl Cluster Necklace (N372N-AEM) $585

    $585.00
    H: 2.75”  D: 2.625”  D: 0.5” | FREE SHIPPING

    This marvelous silver pendent necklace is a one-of-a kind artistic jewelry piece created by gifted, popular and well-known jewelry designer Barry Brinker more than two decades ago. Its high quality silver (950) pendent is composed of three gorgeous white pearl crosses and has a 28” silver chain.  The silver chain has the Barry Brinker (BB) signature flame shaped tag as part of the clasp.

  • Barry Brinker 3 Strand 7.25″ Leather Bracelet with Silver Fittings (P065BAK) $275

    $275.00
    BRACELET 7.25″ | FREE SHIPPING!

    This one-of-a kind heavy 950 silver bracelet was created two decades ago by the well-known jewelry designer Barry Brinker. With 950  silver fittings, bold leather strands and its iconic BB innitials signature, this unisex bracelet is a fine compliment to casual and business attire.

  • Barry Brinker 8.75″ Men’s Silver Double Chain Link Bracelet (B053LEM) $395

    $395.00
    BRACELET 8.75″ | FREE SHIPPING

    This one-of-a kind heavy silver double chain men’s bracelet with octagons links was created over two decades ago by the well-known, popular and extremely creative jewelry designer Barry Brinker. The 950 silver has a muted finish and the circle used as a clasp has the iconic incised BB signature and flame.

  • Barry Brinker 8.75″ Men’s Silver Indian Motif Link Bracelet (BB1LKE) $475

    $475.00

    BRACELET 8.75″ | FREE SHIPPING

    This Barry Brinker Vintage Collection mens’ silver bracelet is made with highest quality sterling silver (950) with a soft patina finish. The individual curved links inspired by motifs from India. Made from heavy silver with a small security chain, it is reversible with unique designs on each side. The end clasp has a small tag incised with the signature Barry Brinker icon.

  • Barry Brinker Natural Black Pearl Cross Silver Necklace (P062LKE) $475

    $475.00
    Chain 18.5”  Cross 1.75” | FREE SHIPPING!

    This striking Barry Brinker necklace has pendant made of a black cross shaped pearl encased in a wide silver casing. The rear of the cross and the tag on the clasp are incised with the iconic BB signature and flame.  The fittings and rolo style are 950 sterling silver. The meaning of a black pearl varies by culture, but it is known to be associated with and symbolize beauty, power, wealth and protection. In this piece it creates a beautiful natural iridescent in the shape of a spiritual cross.

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