Locket Pendant in Shape of Shell with Animal-Headed Cap Flanked by a Small Bird on Sides, 17th century, Attributed to India, Deccan, Gold; cast, embossed and engraved, inlayed with turquoise, ruby, H. 1 7/8 in. x W. 1 1/8 in. x D. 5/8 in., Jewelry, The cap of the pendant takes the form of a makara (a fantastical aquatic beast) set with two turquoise eyes and a red stone in the center of its head. Makaras are Hindu mythological creatures often composed of the body parts of many different animals and are prevalent in South Indian architecture
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