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Ottoman Anatolian Temple Ornament

Posted by Lynn Ardent on June 5, 2016 at 7:28pm
This is an Ottoman ornament that consists of a filigree teardrop attached to a sharp hook, and mounted with a green stone. Below the pendant are many chains, with dangles imprinted with tiny hand shapes. In low grade silver. Probably from Central and southeastern Anatolia. Probably used as headdress ornament: one out of a pair temple ornaments, or (use for a single piece) hanging on the back of the hat/turban (Adana - Antep - Urfa region). Thank you Jean-Marie Criel for the ID!
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Tags: anatolia, anatolian, ornament, ottoman, pendant, temple, temporal, turkey
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  • Peter Hoesli June 5, 2016 at 11:17pm
    This is very special Lynn! Congratulations! Peter
  • Lynn Ardent June 6, 2016 at 4:18pm

    Thank you Peter!  It is quite charming. 

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