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Scandinavian Dragon Head Talisman
Located in Chicago, IL
This wonderfully strange boulder—carved into the unmistakable form of a dragon’s head—is equal parts folk art, artifact, and mystery. With a wide toothy grin, eyes on either side, an...
Category
19th Century American Folk Art Antique Talisman
Materials
Stone
Antique Silver Repousse Islamic Talisman Holder
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Antique Silver Repousse Islamic Talisman box Holder.
Large Berber tribal ethnic talisman pendant
Category
Early 20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Antique Talisman
Materials
Silver
Early American Plains Stone Buffalo Hunting Talisman
Located in South Burlington, VT
Native America Plains hand-carved and hand-painted stone Buffalo Hunting Talisman in the form of a
Category
19th Century American Antique Talisman
Materials
Granite
Qianlong period talismanic antique Chinese porcelain plate
Located in London, GB
Qianlong period talismanic antique Chinese porcelain plate
Chinese, 18th Century
Height 4cm
Category
18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Talisman
Materials
Porcelain
Rare Framed Museum Quality Antique Ethiopian Talismanic Healing Parchment Scroll
Located in Atlanta, GA
A magic healing talismanic scroll from Ethiopia circa 19th century known as Tälsäm or yä bərana
Category
19th Century Ethiopian Archaistic Antique Talisman
Materials
Wood, Animal Skin, Parchment Paper
$8,000
H 99 in W 13 in D 1.25 in
Scarce Medieval Gold Garnet Ring Antique 13th Century Talisman Signet Ring
Located in London, GB
amuletic and talismanic powers. Lapidaries (Medieval books on the magical and curative powers of gemstones
Category
15th Century and Earlier European Antique Talisman
Materials
Garnet, 22k Gold
Minimalist Natural White Cross Red Talisman Vintage Authentic Moroccan Area Rug
Located in New York, NY
Atlas of Morocco around the 1980-90s, late 20th century.
Featuring a bright red talisman emblem to
Category
Late 19th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Antique Talisman
Materials
Wool
$12,910
W 74 in L 112 in
Antique Victorian 14K Gold Lucky Horseshoe Pearl Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
beautiful accessory but also a meaningful talisman.
Product Details:
Material: 14K Gold (3.4 grams
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Talisman
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Silver-Mounted Amber Heart-Shaped Pendant. Germany, 17th century
Located in London, GB
Measurements
• 4.2 × 3.3 × 0.9 cm
• Weight: 5.4 grams
This devotional or talismanic pendant is carved from
Category
17th Century German Antique Talisman
15ct Gold and Silver, Edwardian Garnet, Amethyst, Peridot & Rose Diamond Pendent
Located in Brighton, GB
of 15ct gold and silver, it’s a wearable talisman of love, strength, and transformation.
Crafted
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Talisman
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Garnet, Peridot, Gold, 15k Gold, Silver
White Jade Lotus & Goldfish Pendant (GIA Report 2239295018)
Located in San Diego, CA
a stunning adornment but also a meaningful talisman. The jade’s dimensions and weight are verified
Category
1920s Asian Artisan Antique Talisman
Ancient Gold Ring Set with a Sardonyx Cameo of a Woman. Roman, 3rd century AD.
Located in London, GB
Roman world, associated with Venus and maritime protection, as well as serving as talismans of safe
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique Talisman
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Moroccan Kilim Rug
Located in New York, NY
with intricate tribal iconography—such as diamonds, crosses, chevrons, and stylized talismans. The
Category
Early 20th Century Turkish Kilim Antique Talisman
Materials
Wool
Ancient 22kt Yellow Gold Roman Snake Ring 2nd to 3rd Century A.D.
Located in Firenze, IT
place and this is how the serpent took on a well-wishing and talismanic function, before taking on a
Category
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Talisman
Materials
22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tibetan Gau Traveling Buddhist Protection Shrine with Buddha and Silk Case, 1900
Located in Studio City, CA
believed to be protective talisman and were used to carry a number of sacred objects such as a small Buddha
Category
Late 19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Talisman
Materials
Metal, Silver, Brass, Copper
$695
H 5 in W 4.25 in D 2 in
Magical Gold Ring With An Ancient Jasper Abraxas Stone Intaglio
Located in Firenze, IT
often depicted on gems used in ancient times as magical talismans. The divinity, in fact, represents the
Category
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Talisman
Materials
Jasper, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Caucasian Rug Shahsavan Kalleh Size
Located in Ferrara, IT
classic Caucasian motifs such as hooked elements, stylized rams’ horns, and abstract talismanic patterns
Category
Early 19th Century Caucasian Antique Talisman
Materials
Wool
Roman Gold and Garnet Snake Ring circa 1st century
Located in Firenze, IT
protective talisman and an amulet for courage and inner strength.
Period: I-III century ca.
Ring size: 9
Category
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Talisman
Materials
Garnet, Gold
Late 19th Century Antique Persian Afshar Pictorial Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
protective talisman, it contains the story within, reinforcing the Afshar weaver’s mastery of not just
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Talisman
Materials
Wool
Antique Victorian 0.8ct Diamond Horseshoe 18ct Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
not only a beautiful adornment but also a meaningful talisman. Hallmarked with the maker's mark "BK
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Talisman
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Chinese Carved Jade Foo Dog Figurine
Located in Chesterland, OH
Antique Jade Carving of a Chinese Foo Dog – A Powerful Talisman of Protection & Prosperity
This
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Talisman
Materials
Jade
18K Gold Art Deco Signet Ring with Intaglio of Swallows
Located in Venice, CA
talisman to bring you courage for a new journey.
The face of the ring measure 1/2” x 1/2”. The ring
Category
1920s British Art Deco Antique Talisman
Materials
18k Gold
19th century Rajasthan Rare Votive Miniature Silver Figure of Ganesha
Located in Fukuoka, JP
were traditionally placed on private altars or carried as protective talismans, making them deeply
Category
19th Century Indian Antique Talisman
Materials
Silver
$960
H 1.97 in W 1.07 in D 1.46 in
Victorian Enamel Globe Locket
Located in Lewisburg, PA
.
Whether worn as a personal talisman or collected as an object of historical significance, the locket
Category
Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Talisman
Materials
Copper, Enamel
Engraving of Harpocrates and Ancient Egyptian Magical Seals, c.1776
Located in Langweer, NL
god and an assortment of engraved talismans and symbols attributed to ancient Egyptian or syncretic
Category
Late 18th Century Dutch Antique Talisman
Materials
Paper
$285
H 10.75 in W 9.85 in D 0.01 in
Antique Victorian Ceramic Turquoise and Pearl Ring 12K Rosy Gold
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
and accented with millegrain borders. For centuries turquoise has been prized for its talismanic
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Talisman
Materials
Rose Gold
Early 19th-Century Moroccan Tribal Flatweave Rug with Faded Geometric Medallions
Located in Wrexham, GB
geometric talismanic motifs, rendered in tones that have softened and faded beautifully over two centuries
Category
Early 19th Century Moroccan Antique Talisman
Materials
Wool, Goat Hair
$6,861
W 55.12 in L 125.99 in
Early 20th C. Brick/Cream Stepped Polygon and Cross Ceremonial Carpet, Tibet
Located in Point Richmond, CA
from Tibet with a talismanic stepped-polygon and cross motif in a rich brick red on a cream ground. It
Category
Early 20th Century Tibetan Tribal Antique Talisman
Materials
Wood
$3,300
H 13 in W 3 in D 3 in
Rare Antique Five Sided Intaglio Pocket Watch Key Fob Pendant
Located in Hummelstown, PA
original owners personal, spiritual and cultural identity. It was both a tool and a talisman. Part watch
Category
1850s English Antique Talisman
Materials
Agate, 9k Gold
An Iranian Silver Amulet, Antique Judaica from Iran
Located in New York, NY
or carried as personal talismans, were cherished for their perceived protective powers and their
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Antique Talisman
Materials
Silver
Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Baluster Jars With Cranes- A Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
, where they could serve as both artistic expressions and symbolic talismans of good luck and longevity
Category
19th Century Chinese Other Antique Talisman
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Framed Hooked Rug, Dark Brown with Horseshoe Pictorial - Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
collectible American hooked rugs and folk art designs—a fabulous bucolic find of early 20th century talismanic
Category
1920s American Antique Talisman
Materials
Wool
Antique Framed Hooked Rug in Cream with Horseshoe Pictorial - Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
collectible American hooked rugs and folk art designs—a fabulous bucolic find of early 20th century talismanic
Category
1920s American Antique Talisman
Materials
Wool
Antique Carved Coral (Corallium Rubrum) Pendant Depicting Mei Guanyin
Located in Rotterdam, NL
collectors of antique Asian art, coral jewelry enthusiasts, or anyone seeking a talisman of protection and
Category
Early 20th Century Asian Antique Talisman
Materials
Coral, 14k Gold
Antique Iraqi Judaica Silver Amulet with Kabbalistic Inscriptions
Located in New York, NY
, transforming the piece into a powerful talisman of faith.
At the top, a sturdy, integrated loop allows the
Category
Early 20th Century Iraqi Antique Talisman
Materials
Silver
$1,500 / item
H 2.96 in W 1.97 in D 0.2 in
Antique Micromosaic Pendant of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
19th-century devotional art—ideal for the discerning collector or as a one-of-a-kind personal talisman
Category
1830s Victorian Antique Talisman
Materials
14k Gold
Rare Roman Bronze Phallic Amulet, 1st–2nd Century AD
Located in Madrid, ES
fertility-bringing power of such imagery. These objects were often worn as talismans or displayed in homes
Category
15th Century and Earlier European Classical Roman Antique Talisman
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Earthy Tones Hand-Knotted Wool Rug 8'4''x11'6''
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
interpreted as protective talismans—set within a mihrab-shaped arch, commonly found in old rugs.
Crafted with
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Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Talisman
Materials
Wool
Antique Lenkoran Kazak Runner Rug, Red & Blue Geometric Medallions - Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
latch hooks and geometric talismans with carefully outlined edges. It hosts a rich chocolate brown field
Category
1880s Caucasian Antique Talisman
Materials
Wool
$4,400
W 45 in L 105 in
An Iraqi Large Silver Amulet, Fine Antique Judaica from Iraq
Located in New York, NY
intended daily use as both a spiritual safeguard and a personal talisman.
2.06ozt
Category
Early 20th Century Iraqi Antique Talisman
Materials
Silver
Vintage Brass Sacred Bull Necklace
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
talisman or as a striking accessory, this necklace adds boldness and personality to any outfit. It pairs
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Talisman
Materials
Brass
French Art Nouveau Bronze Figure of a Beautiful Young Girl by Emmanuel Villanis
By Emmanuel Villanis
Located in Petaluma, CA
is titled "Talisman" which translates basically to "lucky charm". The woman is holding what could
Category
Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Talisman
Materials
Bronze
$2,950
H 18.5 in W 8 in D 4 in
Silver Intaglio Men's Ring with Roman Profile Portrait 1st-3rd Century AD
Located in Firenze, IT
documents, although they were often also used for protective and talismanic purposes. In this case, the
Category
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Talisman
Materials
Silver
Collection of Byzantine Gem Cameos c. 900 – 1100 AD
Located in Chicago, IL
talismans. They belonged to a wealthy gemstone connoisseur, perhaps a court official or member of the clergy
Category
15th Century and Earlier Byzantine Antique Talisman
Materials
Aquamarine, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Topaz, Tourmaline
Vintage Anatolian Tent Goat Hair Kilim 8′11″ × 9′6″
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
the piece both textural depth and a quiet elegance. A few geometric motifs—likely talismanic in nature
Category
Early 20th Century Turkish Modern Antique Talisman
Materials
Wool
Victorian 18K Gold Hardstone Warrior Cameo Locket
Located in Venice, CA
cameo if desired. Adding a photograph of your own could make this piece into a talisman for protection
Category
Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Talisman
Materials
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Persian Arab Islamic Silver Engraved Calligraphy Quran Case Amulet 1820
Located in Portland, OR
talisman.
This case is of octagonal form and has a hinged lid which is engraved with stylized calligraphy
Category
1820s Persian Islamic Antique Talisman
Materials
Silver
$695
H 0.99 in W 2.56 in D 2.29 in
Antique French Medusa's Head Seal Fob / Pendant
Located in Litchfield, CT
, on its own, or as part of a talismanic group. Sturdily constructed, the piece feels wonderful on and
Category
1880s French Victorian Antique Talisman
Materials
Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Japanese Iron Decorative Plate with Shishi Lion Motif
Located in Fukuoka, JP
, shrines, and as talismans in private homes.
• Material: Cast iron
• Condition: Good, with light signs of
Category
19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Talisman
Materials
Iron
Antique Moroccan Handmade Silver Hamsa with Lizard Symbol – 1880
Located in New York, NY
, and the addition of the lizard enhances its meaning as a talisman for well-being and renewal. In
Category
Late 19th Century Moroccan Antique Talisman
Materials
Silver
Early Silver German Amulet, 18th Century
Located in New York, NY
worn close to the heart as both ornament and talisman.
Uniquely shaped and deeply rooted in both
Category
18th Century German Antique Talisman
Materials
Silver
Late 19th Century Antique Persian Bijar Rug with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
and sophisticated element referencing ancient Persian talismanic motifs said to evoke protection and
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Bakshaish Antique Talisman
Materials
Wool
Late 19th Century Antique Persian Karaja Heriz Rug with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
like whispers from nature’s lore and X-shaped talismans adding visual punctuation, every inch of the
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Talisman
Materials
Wool
Tribal Red and Burnt Orange with Motif Wool Kilim 4'4''x6'8''
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
symbolism, often interpreted as protective talismans or fertility signs passed down through generations of
Category
Early 20th Century Turkish Kilim Antique Talisman
Materials
Wool
Late 19th Century Antique Persian Malayer Carpet with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
past. The comb motifs, woven as blessings for marriage and protection, stand as talismanic gestures of
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Malayer Antique Talisman
Materials
Wool
Vintage Şarkışla Wool Kilim 7'2''x9'
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
series of hooked motifs and abstract talismanic emblems in multicolor, giving the piece a dynamic and
Category
Early 20th Century Turkish Kilim Antique Talisman
Materials
Wool
Victorian Moonstone Ruby Necklace Antique 14 Karat Gold Museum Quality Necklace
Located in New York, NY
has been a talisman of gods and goddesses. The Roman natural historian Pliny attributed magical powers
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Talisman
Materials
Moonstone, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold
$6,500
H 2 in L 19.5 in
Late 19th/Early 20th Century White Tribal Wood Figure for Protection, Nepal
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Nepal: Jokers and Talismans.
Category
Early 20th Century Nepalese Tribal Antique Talisman
Materials
Hardwood
$2,400
H 22.5 in W 6 in D 7 in
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Antique Talisman For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate antique talisman for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of 18k Gold, Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Finding the perfect antique talisman may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 20th Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic antique talisman over the years, but those made by Christofle and Talisman Bespoke are often thought to be among the most beautiful. An antique talisman of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Carnelian, from our inventory of 1, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a cabochon version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for an antique talisman, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.
How Much is a Antique Talisman?
On average, an antique talisman at 1stDibs sells for $624, while they’re typically $221 on the low end and $11,800 for the highest priced versions of this item.
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