Ethnic Design Collection Reto Zehnder

Old Ethiopian Kitab leather amulet necklace containing Coptic scrolls. Ethiopian manuscripts and prayers. They are used by the Oromo's to ward off evil spirits and bring the wearer good luck and fortune. Bought in Ethiopia in the 1980ties. The necklace is made out of: 8 prayer rolls; 3 leather amulet containers, 1 leather container containing " a book" (see picture), 1 small horn (goat or sheep??) and 2 spoons carved out of a horn. A unique piece in its original, but perfect, condition with beautiful patina on all parts.

Incredible Ethiopian amulet necklace. Collected in 1980 in Ethiopia I was told that such necklace was worn by some hermit priests. This special rich necklace contains  among others: Two Sidamo camel bone pendants; one Arsi/Oromo  power amulet pendant created with la ion claw and in a silver frame; Two silver ear spoons; three cylindrical amulet boxes; 2 large Cypraeas  shells; a large and heavy (iron)  Coptic cross  various beads and rings.