Exquisute Silver Amulet. Italy, 18th Century
Centered is an oval container with a stylized medallion on each side. The name ש-ק-י is embossed on one side via repoussé or stamping, and the reverse features the acronym בס"ט (“B’siman tov” or “bsimana tava”) in the same method, finely engraved with leaves around the edges. Surrounding the medallions are leaves and flowers crafted in exquisite Italian filigree work that together form a large leaf-like (or shield-shaped) design. The amulet is topped by a suspension ring, also in filigree style.
See a similar item in Jewish Ceremonial Art (p. 149, item 158, Philadelphia 1959).
Condition: Good; slight flaws on filigree, small fracture.
Size: 15 cm long, 11 cm wide
Weight: 103 grams
Provenance:
1. Furman Collection, page 235
2. Yechezkel Toporowitch Collection
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