A monumental 52g West African 'Snake' Amulet—the definitive masterpiece of this collection. This bypass-style ring is a feat of traditional forging, utilizing over 50 grams of high-grade ethnographic silver alloy to create a protective 'coil' around the finger.

The architecture is exceptional: a thick, square-profiled band that tapers into deeply stamped terminals. The entire exterior is a canvas of Saharan iconography, featuring high-relief 'Eye' motifs, geometric 'Tent-Mat' hatching, and linear borders. The interior shows the characteristic 'smooth-wear' and dark oxidation of a genuine field-collected artifact.

At 52 grams, this is one of the heaviest rings of its type. It possesses a singular tactile 'weight' and grounding presence that is simply unmatched. A rare opportunity for the serious collector of African art history and prestige metalwork.

Material: Traditional Forged Metal - likely traditional ethnographic 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