Silver Omani amulet pendant, with etched decoration and small bells at the bottom. Decoration of the back suggests the Oman origin. This piece is rare and looks very similar to some Afghan and Hazara pendants.
Materials: silver and turquoise.
From the first half of the 20th century. It was sourced in Riadh by the previous owner in the 60s’ or 70s’.
Provenance: French private collection.
Dimensions: 7 x 8 x 0,5 cm
Weight: 38,2 gr
A similar example from Yemen is in the collection “splendor and Shine” from Germany.
ME249