Bolma rugosa "eye" pendant
The artefact
This small pendant/reliquiary features a "occhio di Santa Lucia", a Bolma Rugosa operculum, and on the other side, a small brocade fragment. Decorated on its side with fine filigree elements, it was traditionally used as a lucky charm.
Details
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Materials:
Gold Coral, shells and mother of pearl