Vintage Omani Silver Hirz Amulet Necklace – Applied Gold Plaque
A substantial vintage Omani hirz amulet necklace, composed of a rectangular silver amulet box suspended from a double silver chain and finished with numerous articulated dangling charms.
The front of the hirz is enriched with an applied gold plaque and geometric decoration. Traditionally, this type of amulet box could contain folded paper bearing prayers or protective texts. This example has not been forced open.
Materials & Construction
- Tested silver
- Applied gold plaque
- Rectangular hinged or closed amulet-box construction
- Double silver chain
- 18 articulated hanging charms
- Handmade traditional construction
Measurements
- Total weight: 267 g
- Amulet box: 9.6 × 6.3 × 1.2 cm
- Total height with charms: 12 cm
- Necklace length: 60 cm
Origin & Period
Oman, 20th century.
Hirz amulet boxes form an important part of traditional Omani silver jewelry. Rectangular examples with suspended chains and charms were worn as protective ornaments and are documented in collections of Omani jewelry.
Condition
Very good vintage condition. Minor scratches and light dents are present, consistent with age and previous use. The amulet box has not been forced open.
Collector Note
A strong example of Omani ethnographic silverwork, notable for its substantial weight, applied gold detail, articulated fringe and wearable 60 cm chain length.
Reference: M6098
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Please notice:
This jewel is vintage and has been worn. Scratches and wear marks may visible. It has been cleaned to restore as much as possible its original shine.
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