Antique Amulet, Kerala, India

A silver boat-shaped amulet container pendant on contemporay Sterling silver snake chain. Inside this amulet the wearer can hear the hidden charm gently rattling; the charm was sealed inside to protect the wearer. Hidden from view the charm's life is prolonged...some believe that if the charm were to be viewed the wearer would become defiled. This amulet is a typical shape from Kerala region of India.