Talismanic gemstone

Middle Eastern Collection

Accession Nr.: 69.163.1
Type: object for daily use
Date of production:
18th century
Place of production:
Materials/Techniques: agate; engraved silver setting
Dimensions: width:4.3 cm
length: 6 cm
height: 2 cm
A heart-shaped stone in a silver settings, with a knotted textile band; the central field shows a tree with ten inscribed branches containing Qur'an.