IAA Number: 1975-1171
| Object's Name: Mould Period: Ottoman (?) Material: Soapstone Site: Jerusalem, Har Ziyyon Lenght: 8 cm Wide: 4 cm Description: Part of a soapstone mould that was used to produce silver of gold
medallion. The surface of the mould was delicately hammered to ensure
that the decor was transfered to the medallion. It is decorated with
miniature tendrils and probably belongs to the Otttoman period. Bibliography: Brosh, N. 1987. Islamic Jewelry. The Israel Museum.. Jerusalem, 22, 16: 2, 1.
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