Tuareg Jewelry

The traditionally nomadic Tuareg are indigenous to the Sahara desert, and they are often called the "Blue People of the Desert" due to the indigo dye they use on their clothing. Famous for their high quality, handcrafted jewelry, the Koumama family of Niger works in silver, ebony, and semi-precious stones. Over fifty silversmiths create hand-hammered jewelry, engraved with the symbolism and motifs of countless generations.