Somali- Koranic Amulet-Somali amber necklace with intermittent carved sandalwood beads Sold $471.50

Somali- Koranic Amulet-Somali amber necklace with intermittent carved sandalwood beads Sold $471.50

Berber men give to their wives at marriage an amber necklace, then the women will wear afterwards on special occasions. Amber necklace represents a significant part of a Somali woman's dowry, prized for its color and magical healing properties.

Description of the components of the necklace Silver prayer bead, Islamic origin, from a "musbaha", Ethiopia 1900. Silver Charm, Yemen 1900. Precious dark Amber from Sudan. Amber has been the favorite material for jewelry throughout History for all cultures. It has been given some magic and healing powers. Silver cage bead, Yemen 1900.