Hirz Silver Amulet Verse Holder Yemen 19th Century.

Oblong filigree silver amulet with five bails and a removable side stopper. The body is finely decorated using several goldsmithing techniques: twisted filigree, forming diagonal and arabesque patterns; granulation, with small silver beads applied to enrich the reliefs; re-stamped and punched, creating geometric details and subtle textures. These ornaments demonstrate the exceptional know-how of Yemeni craftsmen of the 19th century. Carefully worked silver, showing slight traces of crushing and marks of time, good general condition of conservation, see photos Yemen, 19th century. Dimensions: 15.5 x 5.5 cm. Certificate and guarantee: Sold with certificate of authenticity. The hirz, a traditional Yemeni amulet, was designed to contain Quranic verses or prayers, ensuring spiritual protection for the wearer. Used as a pendant or attached to clothing, it symbolized both faith and social status. Its imposing size, compared to most hirz, reflects the importance and high rank of its owner, who wore this piece as a marker of prestige as well as devotion.