Amulet Case, One of a Pair

19th century

Not on view

This ornament, one of a pair with 91.1.1145, takes the form of an amulet holder, a design that was intended to hold furled pieces of paper inscribed with verses of the Qur’an or other holy words. Such amulets were worn on the body to protect the wearer. This pair is studded with turquoise, coral, and glass beads and would have been pinned on each side of the wearer’s chest.

Artwork Details

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Provenance

Title: Amulet Case, One of a Pair
Date: 19th century
Geography: Attributed to present-day Uzbekistan, Samarkand
Medium: Silver, coral, turquoise, glass
Classification: Jewelry
Credit Line: Edward C. Moore Collection, Bequest of Edward C. Moore, 1891
Object Number: 91.1.1147
Curatorial Department: Islamic Art

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