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An Antique Polish Lead Amulet
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This intriguing antique lead amulet, discovered in Poland after decades underground, bears the mysterious marks of its long burial, with many of its original designs now softened and faded by the passage of time.
The front of the amulet prominently features a large Hebrew letter "ה" (He), a potent symbol of the divine, seemingly held aloft by two flanking figures in an exalting pose, their forms faint yet discernible, adding a deeply spiritual tone to the piece. Above the central "ה" is a crown, a traditional symbol of divine authority and sanctity, now worn but still visible, hinting at the amulet's original grandeur.
At the base of the front face, there are traces of what might have once been a word or a short inscription in Hebrew, though the decades spent beneath the earth have rendered these characters difficult to decipher, adding an air of mystery to its history.
The reverse side of the amulet also holds faint remnants of a design near the top, while a few scattered letters or words linger at the bottom, their meaning obscured by time but still whispering echoes of the past.
This artifact, with its ancient, worn beauty, stands as a powerful testament to the endurance of faith and tradition, carrying the weight of centuries within its weathered form.
- Dimensions:Height: 1.38 in (3.5 cm)Width: 0.99 in (2.5 cm)Depth: 0.04 in (1 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:19th century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5281244762082
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