Featured Rajasthan Amulet - Who Is It?

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  1. Mat

    Mat Well-Known Member

    I have this small amulet pendant, I think from Rajasthan, but I am not sure who the figure is? Thank you!

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    Mat, Nov 13, 2021
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  2. Aquitaine

    Aquitaine Is What It IS! But NEVER BORED!

    Aquitaine, Nov 13, 2021
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  3. Ce BCA

    Ce BCA Well-Known Member

    Trident and snake is usually Shiva
     
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  4. Any Jewelry

    Any Jewelry Well-Known Member

    I agree, Shiva. These amulets are called 'patri'.
    Patris are used in both Rajasthan and Gujarat.
     
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  5. Mat

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    Thank you all, now that you say it, yes, it must be Shiva!
     
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  6. Bronwen

    Bronwen Well-Known Member

    My first thought was Shiva because he is dancing.
     
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