Tuareg Croix du Sud, white metal hand made amulet from Niger. On the back side a sign represents artisan signature Tuareg crosses are mostly worn by men and they are handed down within a family, from father to son. The cross shape is said to dispel evil to the four corners of the earth, an important protection in the harsh Sahara. Cross shape cross is different depending on the region of origin. size: 5 cm x 7cm weight: 50 gr