Antique French Glass Talhakimt pendant, early 1900s. 2 3/16" x 1 3/8". b11-bl-1197 Men's a disc-style pin cushion

a disc-style pin cushion

circa early 20th century

There appears to be a signature on the back

clear pendant

Antique French Glass Talhakimt pendant, early 1900s. 2 3/16" x 1 3/8". b11-bl-1197 Men's a disc-style pin cushionTalhakimt pendants were originally finger rings from India, made from agate (usually carnelian), but were often worn in Africa (mostly Mali and Mauritania) as hair and necklace ornaments. Eventually, the Czechs and other Europeans made glass copies of talhakimt pendants, in lots of sizes and colors. These are from the French factory of Bapterosse from the early 1900s. These are approximately 2 3 16 inches long and about 1 3 8 inches wide. They have