Traditional Tuareg Khomessa Amulet

This item is a traditional Khomessa (or Gomessa), a protective amulet characteristic of the Tuareg people of the Saharan region, particularly from Niger and Mali. These pendants are typically crafted from metal, often silver or brass, and feature hand-etched geometric patterns that carry symbolic meaning within the Berber culture.

Traditionally, these pieces are handmade by local artisans (Maure or Tuareg blacksmiths) using the lost-wax casting method or by hammering and engraving. Because they are artisanal cultural objects, they do not belong to a corporate brand but are produced within local communities in West and North Africa. This specific piece displays a semi-circular 'hand' shape with a top ring, used both as jewelry and as a talisman to ward off the 'evil eye'.