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Lot 191
  • 191

A Safavid calligraphic Jade pendant, Persia, possibly dated 1092 AH/1681-2 AD

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • jade
the mottled green jade of round form with a foliate edge, engraved with a calligraphic inscription to the centre, surrounded by foliate stems, with drill hole to crown and attached hanging chain

Condition

In good condition, light scratches to surface consistent with age and use, as viewed.
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Catalogue Note

inscriptions

In the borders:  The nada ‘ali quatrain.

In the centre: ‘O Ahmad!’

Possibly dated: 1[0]92 AH (1681-2 AD)

Ahmad is one of The Prophet’s names, which may have been chosen for the bearer of this pendant whose name must be Ahmad.