Miniature Torah-scroll amulet pendant from North Africa
תליון קמע בצורת ספר תורה מוקטן מצפון אפריקה
Description
Small silver pendant imitating a Torah scroll or its case (tik), able to enclose a tiny parchment of verses. Worn at the neck for protection, it joined devotion and jewellery. Widespread in Maghrebi communities, it accompanied women and children in particular.
