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, 9 inlaid turquoise flowers, one contained written charm or prayer, Tibetan, 1750-1900

Details

Category:
Asian Medicine
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A140510
Materials:
complete, brass, tin and turquoise
Measurements:
overall: 71 mm x 70 mm x 12 mm,
type:
amulet
credit:
Glendining