Silver Stamp from India

2,1 x 5,0cm; 4,5cm high

Weight 35 grams

Silver; 19th century, probably from Rajasthan

Shows a scorpio

These stamps were used with Hennah-paste to put prints on the skin

This one was probably used on the feet to protect from scorpio-bites

The scorpio also stands for jealousy and sexual desire

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