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Kashmiri taweez with pendants

A small, lightweight amulet with a compartment, finished with movable plates with a raw, tribal character.
Origin: Afganistan
SKU: N-0662
A small, lightweight amulet with a compartment, finished with movable plates with a raw, tribal character.
SKU: N-0662
Origin: Afganistan
  • Material type:
    mosiądz
  • Gemstones:
    brak kamieni
  • Necklace length:
    50-70 cm
  • Historical Status:
    zabytkowe
  • Condition:
    bardzo dobry
  • Length:
    60 cm
  • Width:
    6 cm
  • Height:
  • Weight:
    32 g

Kashmiri taweez with pendants

The central cylindrical taweez container is made of light metal with a natural patina. The surface shows signs of handiwork and use, highlighting its authentic origins. The ornamentation is subtle, unexaggerated, and functional rather than decorative.

The side links have an elongated, embossed form with a floral motif. The chain is light and flexible, allowing the whole to fit comfortably around the neck and avoid the impression of a heavy, stage-like necklace.

The lower section is finished with movable, round plates and rings. These elements move freely and produce a delicate, metallic sound when moved. This is a simple, characteristic detail of the region, which served both decorative and symbolic purposes.

The compartment allows you to place a fragment of a prayer, a protective text, or a personal talisman inside. This is a minimalist amulet – not theatrical, not exaggerated, but rather everyday and discreet.