• Handcrafted Brass Pendant by the Yoruba Tribe using the Lost Wax Method, Circa late 19th Century (Origin: Yoruba Tribe; Collected: Nigeria)
• Fluted Travertine Oval Gemstones
• Blue and Brown Turquoise Large Puffed Rondelle Gemstones
• Handcrafted Brass Findings and Toggle Clasp
• Sterling Silver Findings
• Length: 18” – Pendant: 4.5” x 3”

N0908-139: $295.00 (free S&H)

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ANTIQUE BRASS PENDANT: The Yoruba Tribe is located in the rain forest region of Nigeria . Their religion has many spirits and because of their beliefs, many ornaments are worn and designed to protect them against evil spirits. The Yoruba started the “Lost Wax Method of Casting” in the 13th Century. This process involves sculpting or building a form in beeswax which is covered with successive layers of clay to make a mold. Molten metal is poured into the mold, melting the wax so it runs out through a hole which is left unplugged. After the metal sets, becomes solidified and is cooled, the mold is broken and the piece is removed.