Gold 22-23 kt amulet pendant, India

Gold pendant representing Khandoba, a Hindu deity worshiped as a manifestation of Shiva mainly in the Deccan plateau of India, especially in the state of Maharashtra.

Made of 22 or 23 kt gold.

From the 1st half of 20th century.

Dimensions: 4 x 3 cm (1,57 x 1,18 inches)
Weight: 5,5 gr

Reference: “Traditional jewelry of India”, Untracht, Oppi, Harry N. Abrams. Inc publishers

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