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1985.50.962.2

Amulet, one part of a white metal belt buckle in two parts. Decorated with a floral design and set with three imitation turquoise stones, with Arabic or pseudo-Arabic letters on it. For other part of buckle see [1985.50.962 .1] [EH [OPS Move] 18/7/2017]

1985.50.962.2

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Collection type
Object
Description
Amulet, one part of a white metal belt buckle in two parts. Decorated with a floral design and set with three imitation turquoise stones, with Arabic or pseudo-Arabic letters on it. For other part of buckle see [1985.50.962 .1] [EH [OPS Move] 18/7/2017]
Geographical reference
Algeria
Africa > Northern Africa > Algeria
Algiers
Date / Period
Date made: Before 1906
Date collected
1906
Acquisition information
Loaned: 1985
Materials and processes
Material White Metal, Material Glass, Process Incised, Process Written
Dimensions
Width: max 60 mm total, Length: max 95 mm total
Object numbers
Accession number: 1985.50.962.2
Research and responses

Collected by Walter Leo Hildburgh's father under his instruction.

Search terms: Religion, Ornament, Clothing, Writing, Amulet, Belt Fastener, Buckle, Inscription