Auction 96 Early Printed Books, Chassidut and Kabbalah, Books Printed in Jerusalem, Letters and Manuscripts
Silver-Filigree Amulet Pendant – Italy, 19th Century
Opening: $2,000
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Amulet pendant. [Italy, 19th century].
Silver, engraved; filigree,
Two-sided pendant. At its center, an a-symmetrical heart ornament, encircled by symmetrical filigree ornaments in vegetal patterns. One side of the heart is engraved with the Holy Name Shid Dalet Yud; the other side with the abbreviation "Agla" ["atah gibor le-olam Adonai" = You are mighty forever, Lord].
For similar amulets, see: Center for Jewish Art (CJA), item nos. 5044, 5057 and 36265.
Height: 6 cm, width: 6 cm. Overall good condition. Minor blemishes and old soldering repairs. With suspension ring.
Jewish Ritual Art
Jewish Ritual Art