Vintage Silver Amazigh Fibula from Morocco

Vintage Silver Amazigh Fibula from MoroccoA single silver fibula called bzim from the high Atlas in Morocco. Made with the molding technique from silver, the fibula has a trapezoidal base decorated with a border of small etched lines. The pin is attached to the trapezoid and a loop with a movable circular holder is attached to a small bail at the top of the pin. This loop is what keeps the pin in place. The bottom part has radiating stylized jackal paws and claws that act as a talisman

A single silver fibula called “bzim” from the high Atlas in Morocco. Made with the molding technique from silver, the fibula has a trapezoidal base decorated with a border of small etched lines. The pin is attached to the trapezoid and a loop with a movable circular holder is attached to a small bail at the top of the pin. This loop is what keeps the pin in place. The bottom part has radiating stylized jackal paws and claws that act as a talisman against evil. The center of the bottom part is decorated with relief patterns. The fibula is probably Mid 20th Century if not earlier. A similar fibula can be seen in the Quai Branly Museum's collection (74.1999.27.81). It is in good vintage condition but the pin has a slight bend to its end.

• 12.5 cm or close to 5 inches in length.
• 6 cm or 2 1/4" at the widest.
• Weight is 44 grams.

For more Amazigh jewelry, please visit the Amazigh Collection.