SKU: 124805
10 Loose Telsum Copper Prayer Box Pendants Ethiopia
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Description
As with many pieces of traditional Ethiopian jewelry, these small "telsum" pendants were worn as protective amulets. Specifically, triangular pendants were worn to guard against the evil eye and crescent-shaped pendants were worn to guard against the crescent moon.
Picture is an example, yours will be similar.
Pendant Size
1-1.25 inches length x .5 inches width. See picture with penny for size comparison.
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Approximate Age: 20th Century
People: Ethiopian
Country of Origin: Ethiopia
Size Details
Pendant Size: 1-1.25 inches length x .5 inches width. See picture with penny for size comparison.
Material
Material: copper
Condition
Damage/Repair: Tarnished
Overall Condition: Good. Some of our beads have traveled at least three continents, and have graced numerous owners.
Overall Condition: Good. Some of our beads have traveled at least three continents, and have graced numerous owners.