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Antique Moroccan Ethnic Talisman Silver Amulet Box Holder

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Antique Moroccan Koran Scroll Talisman Box Amulet Holder Made of Metal Silvered Repousse. Large Berber tribal ethnic talisman pendant storage box with a lovely original patina, a rare, large amulet necklace probably from Morocco. Traditionally the case would have contained a small copy of the Koran or other protective religious verses or written incantations were sealed inside to protect the wearer. In square shape, silvered metal repousse talisman case which stored a miniature Koran or talisman considered to hold special protective powers. This ornate box is a Quran case or carrier and would have originally been worn by someone to protect from the evil eye. Silvered metal box with hanging charms that will makes sounds to push away any bad spirit when moving. As the wearer moves, a soft jingling sound is made by the dangle drops. Noise is thought to drive djinns (evil spirits) away. The front has intricate, dense geometric design, the box opened from the top by sliding a small piece of metal. Large pendant with hanging amber colored beads, embossed silver metal with geometrical relief and repousse. This beautiful antique ethnic piece could be worn as a piece of jewelry pendant. Great Islamic Folk Art, metal work, bold, beautiful, great to use as a collectible Islamic object displayed on the wall or on a table. Material: nickel silvered metal. Circa 1920's. Probably from Morocco, but similar objects can also been found in Islamic country around the world in North Africa from Morocco to Algeria, and also in Asia,Afghanistan Oman, Malaysia, India Kashmir. Dimensions: 3 inches wide x 4 inches x 1 inch depth, height (not including beads dangles drop). Chain length is approx 11". Total drop is 24 inches
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4 in (10.16 cm)Width: 3 in (7.62 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Style:
    Islamic (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. good missing some beads.
  • Seller Location:
    North Hollywood, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: TS2251stDibs: LU906844103512

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