Antique Omani "Kirsh Kitab" silver necklace. Old tribal Sumt / Samt necklace from Oman
$944.87
The kirsh kitab necklaces have been worn by women in Northern Oman for protection.
Various coranic inscription were used.
They were made in the Omani towns of Nizwa, Bahla, and Rustaq.
AGE: early 20th century
MATERIAL: High grad silver
SIZE (diameter): 600 mm (see photos)
WEIGHT: 160 grams
OVERALL CONDITION:
Very good condition, with high quality workmanship.
REFERENCES:
- A world of necklaces, Anne Leurquin, 2000, SKIRA, p.179,181
- Silver jewellery of Oman, Jehan S Rajab, 1997, p.21
- Traditional silver jewelry and handicrafts from Oman, Jean Greffioz, 2009, p.70
- Oman Adorned, Pauline Shelton Robert Richmond, Miranda Morris, Apex, London, 1997, p.173
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