Tuareg Silver and Wood Cuff

A band of dark brown with diamonds and crosses inlaid in tiny pale wires.

This ebony and sterling silver cuff from the Tuareg peoples is Tuareg, from West or North Africa, and is contemporary. Ebony is a very dense, dark hardwood that takes a smooth polish, and it contrasts clearly with the bright surface of silver. Slim cuff in dark brown with a polished top edge. A continuous strip of pale inlay runs around the face, with lozenges, X shapes and small black cut-outs. The inside is lined in smooth pale grey.

Tidy patterns by someone with remarkable patience.