Identical pieces, slightly domed rectangles with angled corners, with four loops at back; filigree trim, engraved with Hebrew amuletic inscriptions. W: 90mm. No marks found. Red cord added.
AUCTION 13 |
Tuesday, June 26th,
2001 at 1:00
Important Hebrew Printed Books and Manuscripts Together With Fine Graphic and Ceremonial Art
Lot 68
TWO SILVER AMULETS.
Persia, 19th - early 20th century.
Identical pieces, slightly domed rectangles with angled corners, with four loops at back; filigree trim, engraved with Hebrew amuletic inscriptions. W: 90mm. No marks found. Red cord added.
Est: $300 - $500
PRICE REALIZED $250
This type of amulet was worm by women on their upper arm, for protection. See T. Schrire, Hebrew Magic Amulets (1982) nos. 31 - 35, pp. 158-160.