National Treasures

About Findings Periods The Mandatory Collection of the Rockefeller Archaeological Museum
 
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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