ORIGINAL AFRICAN HANDMADE LEATHER POUCH ORIGINAL ADORNMENT BAG Type of Object: HAND MADE LEATHER PURSE Ethnic Group: TUAREG Country of Origin: NIGER Materials: GOATSKINApproximate Age: 80+ years Dimensions: 15.0" by 4.5" by 1.0" (with 26.0" string / strap) Weight: 178 .0 grams; 0.39 lbs; 6.30 oz Overall Condition: Used, Worn with some stains.

This particular petite purse has pocket flaps that are hand dyed red and light yellow with detailed geometric designs embossed on the leather flaps. It is a unique sliding bag that can be used for money and other power objects. The Tuareg, are a nomadic culture of Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, and Mali. This is one of the most desirable items from Africa in our gallery. Unfortunately this type and quality of object is very scarce. This bag is from my personal collection amassed over the last 18 years.

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All of the individual items in our Ebay store are from my personal collection. These are objects acquired from more than 20 years of collecting both in the field and in New York. It has culminated in the creation of Ethnix Tribal Arts gallery in New York City and our online EBAY store. Each item has been selected for its individual merit such as the quality of workmanship, construction, age, and authenticity.