Vintage antique tribal old silver amulet pendant necklace hindu god shiva

  

Vintage antique magnificent tribal old silver hindu god SHIVA AMULET PENDANT from Rajasthan India. Old Silver amulets in yoni shape, used by BHILL triabl people of Rajasthan. Bhils call this form nama (from S naman, obedience or salutation) The subject of this amulet is Bheru or bhairava, a form of Shiva, accompanied by his vehicle, a dog. Bhairava translates as "terrifying" and it is an adjective applied to Shiva in his fearful aspect. Note - pendant is much worn check pictures carefully for more detail.

5.5 cm(2.16). 3.7 cm(1.45). Weight - 9.5 grams. Material - silver and original old worn piece.