Indian Plaque Amulet Depicting Devi

Elongated figure sways between leafy sprigs in a narrow frame.

This plaque amulet depicting Devi is Hindu, from Rajasthan, India. It is coin silver. Amulets showing a deity are generally worn for protection and blessing, and the image is chosen to match the devotion of the wearer. Slim upright pendant with a pinched loop that runs into the figure's head. The tall body is flanked by curling, plant-like lines, and the surface looks softly worn and slightly pitted. It is 0.5 inches long and 1 high.

Tall, willowy and a little battered.