Saharan African Berber / Tuareg Twisted Rope Torque Bracelet 53g Etnographic Collectible
This bracelet is forged with twisted strands including chiseled decorative wires and rounded terminals. Solid and substantial at 53 grams. Displays natural age patina and light wear consistent with traditional ethnographic jewelry.
Approximate inner diameter: 2.5”
Material: Traditional Forged Metal (Likely Coin Silver Alloy)
Provenance: From a group of African objects acquired via estate sale auction from the personal collection of African art scholar Roy Sieber. Documentation supporting this past ownership is available to the buyer upon request (personal information and pricing redacted).
Not cleaned or fully tested for metal composition. Not attracted by magnet. A discreet surface test confirms a consistent silver-white color throughout the metal, with no yellow or red base-metal undertones visible. In the absence of an XRF gun, a chemical acid test was declined as it would require invasive scratching that would compromise the integrity of this historic piece.
Condition: Pre-Owned Good
Color: Silver
Theme and style tags: artisan bracelet, artisan jewelry, artisan metalwork, berber jewelry, braided bracelet, cuff bracelet, handmade jewelry, saharan jewelry, saharan style, torque bracelet, tuareg jewelry, twisted rope design