'Tcherot' Talisman - Tuareg People, Niger

These rare talismans or amulets are attached to a tagelmoust, a strip of cloth. The front side is made from silver sheet and the rear side of iron. Amulets are usually filled with magical substances such as a prayers, magic numbers, or sand hidden inside to protect its wearer. They exist in many different shapes, forms and materials.

The Tuareg people inhabit a large area, covering almost all the middle and western Sahara and the north-central Sahel. Tuareg are mostly nomads. For over two millennia, they operated the trans-Saharan caravan trade connecting the great cities on the southern edge of the Sahara via five desert trade routes to the northern coast of Africa.

Included is a custom-built metal stand and optional Tuareg 'tagelmoust.'

Individual amulet dimensions: 3" H x 2 1/2" W 1/2" D

Stand dimensions: 5" H x 8" W x 1 1/2" D

Amulet dimensions with stand: 5 1/2" H x 8" W x 1 1/2" D