A GEMSET SILVER-GILT BELT BUCKLE INSCRIBED WITH THE SHAHADA
A GEMSET SILVER-GILT BELT BUCKLE INSCRIBED WITH THE SHAHADA

SOUTH-EAST ASIA, POSSIBLY MALAYSIA, EARLY 19TH CENTURY

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A GEMSET SILVER-GILT BELT BUCKLE INSCRIBED WITH THE SHAHADA
SOUTH-EAST ASIA, POSSIBLY MALAYSIA, EARLY 19TH CENTURY
Of lozenge form, finely open-worked with dense foliage and floral scrolls, two cusped medallions at either side inscribed with the Profession of Faith (shahada), with gilt highlights and set with pink gems
4.1/8in. (10.7cm.) high

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