Necklace

Unknown

18th–19th century · Gold, emeralds, spinels, pearls · Islamic Art

This necklace is comprised of five tawiz, or amulet shaped pendants, fabricated from gold filigree, and embellished with gemstones and pearls. Clusters of round emeralds, spinels and pearls are suspended from each pendant, giving articulation to this jewel with the movement of the wearer. This form has been referred to as a kaliganthi, a necklace given to a bride on her wedding day by her in-laws.

Artist

Unknown

Date

18th–19th century

Medium

Gold, emeralds, spinels, pearls

Department

Islamic Art

Credit line

John Stewart Kennedy Fund, 1915