Lot 94
Three Silver Cuff Bracelets – Stars of David, Birds, and Stars-and-Crescents – Tunisia
Pair of "souar" or "swar" cuff bracelets, and additional single cuff bracelet. Tunisia, [first half of 20th century].
Silver, engraved.
1-2. Pair of broad, cylindrical cuff bracelets, each with two identical and symmetrical strips of decorations, each featuring vegetal patterns, star-and-crescent symbols (in outer margins), birds, and large, central Stars of David. 9X7 cm.
3. Single cuff bracelet with vegetal and geometric patterns, and, at center, large Star of David with star-and-crescent symbol in its middle. 8X7 cm.
Reference: Le bijou traditionnel en Tunisie, pp. 31, 112.
