Amulet and pendant of Hindu pilgrims

Made:
1871-1900 in India
Silver amulet and pendant, probably worn by Hindu pilgrims

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Silver amulet and pendant, probably worn by Hindu pilgrims
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Silver amulet and pendant, probably worn by Hindu pilgrims, depicts figure wearing armour seated on horse, armed with dagger and spear, surrounded by small stylized figures, Indian, 1871-1900

Details

Category:
Asian Medicine
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A641925
Materials:
silver and complete
Measurements:
overall: 48 mm x 34 mm
type:
amulet
credit:
Wellcome Trust (Purchased from Stevens)