Qladat hijab necklace
Ethnographic collection / Jewellery
Reference number
0002.09.0073
Date made
Circa 1920 - 1950
A hijab or amulet necklace comprised of a thick chain bearing a decorated cylindrical amulet handcrafted of silver, also known as a 'khiyara.' Five small silver bells hang from the amulet. It was most likely worn in the Hebron area and is over 50 years old. Inside the amulet would be placed a piece of paper typically inscribed with prayers or Quranic verses.
Object details
Town
Palestine
Materials
Silver
Width
5.5 cm
Length
36 cm
Collection
Use
Amulet for protection
Donated by
Committee for the Preservation of Palestinian Heritage (CPPH) in Washington, D.C.
