Antique Enameled Silver Middle Eastern Islamic Quran Box

Description

We are selling this extremely fine enameled silver Quran box. This middle eastern Persian or Arabic Quran box is decorated with repousse silver work embellished with blue and green enamels. The box probably dates to the 18th or 19th century, but could be earlier.

Condition: Good general condition with some losses to the enamel.

Dimensions:
Height 3 Inches 7.6 cm
Width 2 Inches 5.1 cm
Depth 7/8 Inches 2.3 cm

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Some losses to the delicate enamel over many years of use.

Materials & Techniques:
Enamel, Silver

Details:
Country of Origin: Unknown
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used

Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Some losses to the delicate enamel over many years of use.

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

0.88 x 3 x 2 in

Antique Enameled Silver Middle Eastern Islamic Quran Box

Lot 0563

Estimate $440-$1,200

Starting Bid

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$220

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