Indian Plaque Amulet Depicting Vishnu Padaka

Two large feet stand under a domed canopy, flanked by leafy sprays.

This plaque amulet depicting Vishnu Padaka is Hindu, from Rajasthan, India, in coin silver. Vishnupada, the footprints of Vishnu, are widely revered as a sign of the god, and such amulets were often worn for blessing and protection in Rajasthan. Beneath the umbrella, the paired feet are rendered in high relief, with small round vessels and stems at each side and scrolling forms below. A double row of beading frames the house-shaped plaque, with flower bosses at the corners and a small loop on top. It is 1.5 inches long and 1.75 high.

Firmly planted, and in good company.