Antique Ottoman silver niello Islamic prayer box amulet. pdet136 Cloisonne - Enamel the point cut diamonds

the point cut diamonds

Nephrite is evenly translucent and mostly absent of any inclusions

The two large beads with applied wire and granulation are a mix of low and higher content silver

carved on the outside with geometric designs

This exquisite mourning locket features a fine 10mm Australian opal weighing over 3 carats

Antique Ottoman silver niello Islamic prayer box amulet. pdet136 Cloisonne - Enamel the point cut diamondsAntique Ottoman silver Islamic prayer box amulet. Meant to hold a prayer scroll. Late 19th century. Niello criss cross design. Niello is a black compound of silver sulfur and other metals used like enamel. 3 rings on top to use as bails. 5 rings on bottom to hang coins or charms. From a collector's estate. 2. 8 inches in length by . 6 inches in diameter. Excellent condition.