Amulet box / bead - Yemen

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Origin: Yemen; Title: Boîte/perle à amulette; Period: Mid‑20th century; Material: Silver; Dimensions: 7.5 cm high, 4.2 cm diameter, 42 g; Hollow pearl designed to hold an amulet or verse, with floral relief decoration typical of Yemeni Bedouin/Middle Eastern tribes; Chain length about 30 cm; Condition: Good for its age.

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DESCRIPTION

Authentic pearl intended to hold an amulet, for example a verse from the Qur'an, originating from Yemen. This large traditional hollow pearl is made of silver and features two decorative beads in red amber or in coral. The "pearl" does not open. Very beautiful artisanal metalwork.

Its decor consists of floral relief decorations, traditional for Bedouin tribes of Yemen and the Middle East.

The pearl is 7.5 cm tall, 4.2 cm in diameter, and weighs 42 g. With the chain, the jewelry measures about 30 cm.

State

In good condition for a piece from this era, it bears the marks of its age and use—a small knock (see photos).

Professional packaging, traceable shipment.

DESCRIPTION

Authentic pearl intended to hold an amulet, for example a verse from the Qur'an, originating from Yemen. This large traditional hollow pearl is made of silver and features two decorative beads in red amber or in coral. The "pearl" does not open. Very beautiful artisanal metalwork.

Its decor consists of floral relief decorations, traditional for Bedouin tribes of Yemen and the Middle East.

The pearl is 7.5 cm tall, 4.2 cm in diameter, and weighs 42 g. With the chain, the jewelry measures about 30 cm.

State

In good condition for a piece from this era, it bears the marks of its age and use—a small knock (see photos).

Professional packaging, traceable shipment.

Details

Country of Origin
Yemen
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
Silver
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Fair condition
Title of artwork
Amulet box / bead
Height
7.5 cm
Width
4.2 cm
Depth
4.2 cm
Weight
42 g
BelgiumVerified
757
Objects sold
100%
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