Amuletic case

Made:
1750-1900 in Tibet
Rectangular amuletic case with turquoise studded projections

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Rectangular amuletic case with turquoise studded projections
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Rectangular amuletic case with turquoise studded projections, inlaid turquoises on case front, probably once contained written prayer or charm, Tibetan, 1750-1900

Details

Category:
Asian Medicine
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A127289
Materials:
brass, tin, turquoise and incomplete
Measurements:
overall: 75 mm x 75 mm x 11 mm,
type:
amulet
credit:
Wellcome Trust (Purchased from Stevens)