Antique Silver Berber Niello Pendant from Morocco

Description

This authentique old silver niello incised pendant is Berber, from Morocco. This pendant was may be part of an earring, a pectoral or temple ornament. Handcrafted from Tiznit, in South Morocco.
There are 4 square shape drops attached to the pendant.
Very strong patina, excellent condition.
Niello, is a black metallic alloy of sulfur with silver, copper, or lead that is used to fill designs that have been engraved on the surface of a metal (usually silver) object
Length : 13,3 cm (5,2 inches)
Width : 7,7 cm (3 inches)
Weight : 56,5 g