A Safavid jade talisman with Qur'anic inscription, Persia, 17th century, in Qajar enamelled gold mount, circa 1800

the stone finely tooled and incised with four lines of Qur'anic inscription in naskh ruled with horizontal lines, the gold mount engraved and decorated on the back with enamelled flowers and leaves set with a reddish-purple stone possibly a ruby, with openwork palmette-form finial

pitting to the surface of the enamel, some surface wear, overall good condition, as viewed
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

inscriptions

Positive, talismanic

Qur'an chapter II (al-baqara), verse 255.