Indian Plaque Amulet Depicting Deity

A radiating border frames a standing figure holding what looks like a trident.

This coin silver plaque amulet depicting a Hindu deity is Hindu, from Rajasthan, India. Rajasthan has a long tradition of silver work, in which makers cut, stamp and chase figures into flat plaques that can be strung on a cord or chain. Circular pendant ringed by short, evenly cut rays. A slender figure stands upright, holding a spiked staff on one side with small creatures at the shoulders. A clover-shaped finial with a knob tops the loop. It is 0.75 inches long and 1 high.

Neatly cut rays, softly worn, and no hurry at all.