Msayess (open cuffs) — the pair

Msayess are worn as a pair, one on each wrist, with the gandoura, the karakou or the caftan: they are the arm piece of the ceremonial parure of eastern Algeria, between the mahzma at the waist and the khelkhal. These are open cuffs in gold-tone plated brass with a filigree face — costume jewellery in non-precious metal, not the heirloom msayess a family keeps put away. Open in a C, they spread slightly to pass over the wrist and close again by hand, so there is no size to choose. The machta puts them on once the outfit is settled. Sold as a pair, never singly.

Shipping weight

approx. 100 g

Materials

Gold-tone plated brass — costume jewellery, non-precious metal

In the box

• 2 matching cuffs (1 pair), one per wrist

Fit and fastening

No size: the cuff spreads slightly to pass over the wrist and is closed again by hand

Care

Plated jewellery: put it on last, after perfume, hairspray and make-up; wipe it with a soft dry cloth after the night; store it flat, on its own, in its pouch.

Warranty and returns

Faulty or not what you ordered: taken back at our cost if you tell us within 4 working days of delivery.Our terms

Construction

Open C-shaped cuff, filigree face

Brand / model

Tasdira selection — kelepçe

“approx.”: approximate value, taken from our supplier; we measure it when the stock arrives.