Omani African Slave Bracelet

Description

African Slave Bracelet from the Omani Arab Tribe area.
Beautiful for any collection
A 18th c. - early 19th c. African antique bronze slave bracelet, anklet or bangle. History has shown that
these bracelets or anklets were used to show status or wealth when out in the public in
addition to a being a means of control over the slaves. The Omani Arab Tribes controlled
the slave trade during the 18th and 19th century. In the 19th century the Omani controlled
the largest area of the slave trade along the east Coast of Africa as well as the island of Zanzibar.
Condition: A 19th c. African Omani Bronze anklet, bangle, bracelet showing age correct wear. see photographs for
actual condition.
Dimensions: Width - 7” Height - 1 3/4"
Center Opening - 3"