Bidspirit auction | MOROCCAN JEWISH 14K GOLD AMULET


MOROCCAN JEWISH 14K GOLD AMULET PENDANT, 20TH C. - A Moroccan Jewish protective amulet pendant, maker untraced, twentieth century, crafted in 14k yellow gold and set with two oval cabochons, total weight 54 grams. Designed as a triangular pierced openwork plaque surmounted by a stylized crown finial and a tapered suspension bail, the body is flanked by two engraved fish motifs and centered by a smaller opaque blue cabochon above a larger translucent reddish-brown cabochon, each held in a serrated bezel within an engraved zigzag border. Suspended from the scalloped lower edge via seven wire-wrapped links are seven dangling pierced charms, comprising five notched circular floral medallions alternating with two stylized hands. The flat pierced reverse is engraved near the top with a three-character Hebrew inscription, and the back of one lower medallion bears a small, worn stamped mark. judaica, hamsa, kamea, talisman, sephardic, carnelian, turquoise, filigree, antique, jewelry. Dimensions H: 4 3/4 in. Total weight: 54 g. Condition Condition appears consistent with age. Surfaces exhibit light wear, casting pitting, tarnish, and test scratches on the upper back. Minor dings, solder residue around the serrated bezels, and light abrasions to both cabochons are visible. All seven charms and wire-wrapped links remain intact.