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Yemeni Amulet Case with Glass

Posted by Lynn Ardent on December 31, 2014 at 5:24am

My second Yemeni amulet case, called "mahfaua." This one is in strong condition with heavy silver work. Covered in tiny granulation with a red glass stone. The towers appear to be fertility symbols and remind me of Ethiopian work. Does not open. Seller purchased in Muscat, Oman. My guess on original origin is Sanaa or Saada?Dimensions:4.7 cm x 6.4 cm, main rectangle7.5 x 9.5 cm, with bells and bails106 grams

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