Accession No

1944.27


Description

Charm. Consists of a hollow pendant with an attachment loop ay one end. Features filigree work, and a small cross at the opposite end to the loop. Evidence of corrosion present. Worn around the neck by Christians.


Place

Africa; East Africa; Ethiopia; Harar


Period


Source

Trevor, Jack C. [donor]


Department

Anth


Reference Numbers

1944.27


Cultural Affliation

Galla


Material

Metal; Silver


Local Term


Measurements

83mm


Events

Context (Field collection)
Catalogue card notes: 'Especially manufactured in Harar. Bought in Harar market, 1943.'
Event Date
Author: maa


Description (Physical description)
Catalogue card: 'Charm in the form of a pendant made of silver filigree work, consisting of a triangle with a disc at its apex, the disc being surmounted by a cross. The pendant seems to be hollow but it is not a box - no opening.'
Event Date
Author: maa


Context (Production / use)
Catalogue card: 'Worn round the neck by Christian Abyssinians (inc. Galla).'
Event Date 1944
Author: Katrina Dring


Description (Physical description)
Charm. Consists of a hollow pendant with an attachment loop ay one end. Features filigree work, and a small cross at the opposite end to the loop. Evidence of corrosion present. Worn around the neck by Christians.
Event Date 24/2/2022
Author: Jazmin Hundal


FM:106001

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