Bronzed Mezuzah Cover in the Shape of an Urn, Israel - Rita Okrent Collection (J249) Ancient Fantastic color on this short

Fantastic color on this short strand of tube and disk shaped ancient amazonite beads from Mauritania

30 inches of beads

Antique and Vintage Item 153

New Production Item 044

Mauritania or Senegal

Bronzed Mezuzah Cover in the Shape of an Urn, Israel - Rita Okrent Collection (J249) Ancient Fantastic color on this shortBronzed Mezuzah cover in the shape of a large urn with handles. Decorated with the letter Shin, for Shadai, another name in Judaism for G d. Hang from urn handles and bottom. Used at the entrance to a home or room. The purpose of the mezuzah is to act as a constant reminder of G d's presence. Jews will often touch the mezuzah as they go through the door. The instruction for this comes from the Torah. 8mm 3. 1 inches tall. 80 grams 2. 8 oz. No mezuzah