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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