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1985.50.1217

Amulet, a gilt silver bracelet with filigree work decoration and turquoise stones. [EH [OPS move] 16/11/2017]

1985.50.1217

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Collection type
Object
Description
Amulet, a gilt silver bracelet with filigree work decoration and turquoise stones. [EH [OPS move] 16/11/2017]
Long description
Amulet, a gilt silver bracelet with filigree work decoration. The filigree pattern is in the form of scrolls, hearts and a central hand. This hand is set with four imitation turquoise stones, and there are six further turquoise stones set around the bracelet. [EH [OPS move] 16/11/2017]
Geographical reference
Tunisia
Africa > Northern Africa > Tunisia
Tunis
Date / Period
Date made: Before 1906
Date collected
1906
Acquisition information
Loaned: 1985
Materials and processes
Material Silver Gilt Metal, Material Glass, Process Filigree
Dimensions
Width: max 55 mm, Length: max 63 mm, Depth: max 32 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1985.50.1217

Search terms: Religion, Ornament, Figure, Amulet, Arm Ornament