Ancient Ethiopian Bone Amulet

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OMO Valley Bone Amulet, South Ethiopia. Finales S.XX
There are different stories associated with these bone pendants. Traditionally one or more bones were hung on the chest with a simple leather cord.
It is thought that they were used as medicine or protection protection against the evil eye. Others say that it is a symbol of power and that the number of circles symbolizes the number of bearer cattle heads.
It consists of a thick braided leather necklace with beautiful artisanal closure, Golden brass ring and bone pendant.

Measures: 12cm bone. Leather length: 62cm

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