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Sardinian toothpick in 800 silver, Sardinia, 19th century

Height x width pendant: 9 x 3.5 cm. Chain length: 60 cm. Weight: 33 g.
shaped like a goat with a small fish and embellished with leaf motifs, it was historically used as a toothpick and piece of jewellery. Historically, the Spuligadentes was not only a functional object for personal hygiene, but also an ornamental piece of jewellery and a powerful protective amulet, believed to ward off the evil eye and negative energies. Worn by both men and women, it combined aesthetics and symbolism, becoming a lucky charm of great cultural value.

In 800/1000 silver, hallmarked “800”.
€ 150,00 / 200,00
Estimate
€ 30,00
Starting price
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JEWELS, MEDALS AND PAINTINGS FROM COMPANIES IN LIQUIDATION MANAGED BY FINTECNA S.P.A. – A COMPANY OF THE CASSA DEPOSITI E PRESTITI GROUP

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