Lovely well worn Bedouin silver Hirz prayer amulet from Yemen.
This amulet was probably once opened and contained a quote or verse from the Koran. Likely to have been and element in a traditional wedding necklace or dowry.
Circa early/mid-1900's.
Beautiful silver detailing-on each end of this hirz amulet.
There is a hole at the top on each side, possibly used for attachment in this amulet's previous life. Not very obvious from either side, visible from top.
Would make a very nice focal pendant, useful in many types of designs.
Measures 2.7 inches/ 6.8 cm in length Width: .76 inches / 1.9 cm. excluding bails.
Weighs 19.7 grams.
Pendant Item 730