Islamic ArtStone17th century
Diamond Pendant of Amulet Case (Ta'widh) Form is a stone created in 17th century using facet-cut diamond (material of yellowish tint), drilled measuring H. 5/8 in. (1.5 cm) W. 11/16 in. (1.7 cm) Wt. 28.304 cts — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Facet-cut diamond (material of yellowish tint), drilled |
| Dimensions | H. 5/8 in. (1.5 cm) W. 11/16 in. (1.7 cm) Wt. 28.304 cts |
| Classification | Stone |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | The al-Sabah Collection, Dar al-Athar al-Islamiyyah, Kuwait |
| Date | 17th century |
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Diamond Pendant of Amulet Case (Ta'widh) Form?
Diamond Pendant of Amulet Case (Ta'widh) Form is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Diamond Pendant of Amulet Case (Ta'widh) Form created?
Diamond Pendant of Amulet Case (Ta'widh) Form dates to 17th century.
What material is Diamond Pendant of Amulet Case (Ta'widh) Form made from?
Diamond Pendant of Amulet Case (Ta'widh) Form is crafted from facet-cut diamond (material of yellowish tint), drilled.
Is Diamond Pendant of Amulet Case (Ta'widh) Form in the public domain?
Diamond Pendant of Amulet Case (Ta'widh) Form is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026