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Old large Moroccan khamsas

Large silver khamsa like pendants with salamander appliques
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  • Nice ones, Alaa. Are these for wearing or for the house?

  • no these are for wearing. have a look at these old postcards of moroccan ladies wearing similar pendants

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  • Thanks, Alaa. Very clear. I love the pictures.

  • Of course, two hallmarks each: "Dar el beid" which mean casablanca and a star in a crescent, likely the smith's hallmarks!

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  • Very interesting. Thanks

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