Indian Plaque Amulet Depicting Dog

Calm and long-snouted, the dog stands in a plain field of fine beads.

This plaque amulet depicting a dog is Hindu, from Rajasthan, India. It is coin silver. In Hindu tradition the dog is associated with Bhairava, a fierce form of Shiva, and is often shown as his companion or vehicle. Medallion-style pendant with a wide, flat loop and a smooth bulge at its base. The dog in profile has a gentle muzzle, straight back and curled tail, with a raised front paw. The beaded rim is regular and the surface a quiet grey. It is 0.5 inches long and 0.75 high.

Unhurried, unhassled, thoroughly well-behaved, and quietly stylish.