Necklace with antique Indian silver pendant and telsum amulets, used by the Oromo ethnic group of Ethiopia as talismans, the triangular ones to protect the wearer from the evil eye, and the semicircular ones to attract the protection of the moon. These are made of silver from the talero foundry of Empress Maria Theresa of Austria. Combined with turquoise and antique silver pieces from Pakistan.
Length 46 cm.
Weight 54g.