Posted 8 years ago
julius0019
(26 items)
I have never seen a stone like this. The etching almost resembles Arabic text. If anyone has any clue to what type of work, or material this is, I would be grateful for any information. It is so beautiful, but quite a mystery. I thank you in advance for any information on this piece...
I am not sure but there was a Cameo on here with something like this material too. I thought ( maybe) like an amber that was carved == then added some type of ink rubbed into it to make the carving show up
I really have NO idea....just guessing......????
...But if there is something there in Arabic, be kinda nice if it could be translated - just to know what it says......
Arabic writing, on carnelian stone probably.
It seems the stone is older than the mount.
https://www.rubylane.com/item/1275340-844/Vtg-Antique-Persian-Islamic-Turkish-Carnelian
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Carnelian carved inscription,verses from Quran. Fineness .925 would indicate newer production unless somebody wanted an old carnelian set in silver (which I doubt). They are widely made in Turkey and elsewhere in Middle East (including reproductions of Ancient Roman carnelian intaglio). With modern equipment,e.g. high rotate speed dental drill it takes a couple of minutes to engrave the inscription. The pendant is nicely hand made.
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