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Large Heavy Hand Carved Chinese Jade Ruyi
Located in Guaynabo, PR
is a ceremonial scepter in Chinese Buddhism and it is also a talisman that symbolizes power and good
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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Talisman

Materials

Jade

Antique Dragon Cufflinks of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
, and protection — making these cufflinks both a striking adornment and a talismanic statement of
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1910s Art Nouveau Antique Talisman

Materials

14k Gold

Antique Eastern Anatolian Kurdish Yuruk Rug
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB
talisman attached by the weaver as a protective device to ward off evil, (see image). Superb condition
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19th Century Turkish Antique Talisman

Materials

Wool

Ancient Roman Coin Pendant – Romulus and Remus She-Wolf Constantine I, AD 334
Located in Chicago, IL
museum-grade talisman for modern life. Details: Origin: Roman Empire, minted under Constantine I Date
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Talisman

Materials

18k Gold

Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Engraved Buckle Belt Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
symbolises an eternal loop. These were often given as protective talismans. Unisex- would make a fabulous
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Talisman

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Buckle Belt Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
as the belt/buckle symbolises an eternal loop. These were often given as protective talismans. Band
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Talisman

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 18ct Gold Blue Enamel Victorian Belt Buckle Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
as protective talismans. Measures approx height 27mm (excluding ring) & width 18.8mm *chain sold
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Talisman

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Aquamarine and Pearl Drop Gold Fringe Necklace
Located in Midhurst, GB
the sea's purest hues, originates from beryl crystals. Ancient sailors revered it as a talisman for
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Talisman

Materials

Aquamarine, Pearl, Gold

257 x 1920 s Wills Players Lambert Collectable Cigarette Trading Cards Album
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
complete set of 50 1923 Lucky Charms (Magic Occult Luck Talisman Cards) with Zodiac symbols, Swastika, The
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1920s English Antique Talisman

Materials

Paper

Victorian Enamel Globe Locket
Located in Lewisburg, PA
. Whether worn as a personal talisman or collected as an object of historical significance, the locket
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Talisman

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Ancient Roman Gold and Garnet Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
garnet was an extremely used stone because it was considered as a powerful talisman able to instill
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Talisman

Materials

Garnet, Gold, 22k Gold

19th Century Victorian Solid Silver Gilt Trophy Cup and Cover, London circa 1865
By Daniel Charles Houle
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
original inscription "Horse Show Agricultural Hall Cup 1875, "Talisman" Best of the Four 1st Prize Hunters
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Talisman

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Gold Fob Pendant
Located in Litchfield, CT
lettering and a large crown. Wear it long or short, on its own or as part of a talismanic group. Sturdily
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1880s Victorian Antique Talisman

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Old Japanese Copper Buddha Statue and Wooden Box / 16th-17th Centuries
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Buddha statue. It is a very old and good item. How about leaving it as a talisman? We want many
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16th Century Japanese Edo Antique Talisman

Materials

Copper

Ancient Roman Silver Coin Gold Pendant
Located in Litchfield, CT
for heading into the city. Combine it with other pendants or talismans for a mythic, spiritual vibe
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1880s Antique Talisman

Materials

14k Gold, Silver

Japan Antique Serene Faced Bronze Seated Kannon Guanyin International Pose
Located in South Burlington, VT
today. Dimensions: 14 inches tall and 5 inches wide. Hand-cast, this spiritual talisman is a
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Talisman

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Bronze

Antique Victorian Solid Silver Gilt Trophy Cup Cover, London, circa 1865
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
original inscription "Horse Show Agricultural Hall Cup 1875, "Talisman" Best of the Four 1st Prize Hunters
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Talisman

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Enamel and Diamond Snake Charm of 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
collectors of Georgian and early Victorian jewelry, snake symbolism, or distinctive talismanic pieces. Worn
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1830s Victorian Antique Talisman

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Greek Silver Coin (c240-290 BC) Pendant 14k
Located in Litchfield, CT
. Combine it with other pendants or talismans for a mythic, spiritual vibe. For over two millennia this coin
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Antique Talisman

Materials

14k Gold, Silver

Silver Ring set with Ancient Gorgon Head’s coin circa 350-300 BC
Located in Firenze, IT
of wearing this ancient talisman.
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Antique Talisman

Materials

Silver

15th-16th Century Carbuncle Garnet Cabochon Gold Ring Medieval Renaissance
Located in London, GB
have amuletic and talismanic powers. Medieval lapidaries index the abilities of gems to cure ailments
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16th Century European Medieval Antique Talisman

Materials

Garnet, Gold

Budai Buddha in yellow jade
Located in Milano, IT
talisman for good fortune and protection. The beauty of this yellow jade Budai lies not only in the
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Early 1900s Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Talisman

Materials

Jade

Important Jewish Marriage Ring
Located in Amsterdam, NL
have colourful enamelled decorations. These ceremonial and talismanic rings were used only for the
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18th Century Unknown Antique Talisman

Materials

18k Gold

Small Japanese Wooden Buddha Statue / Abstract Buddha Statue / Edo Period
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
talisman or rubbed by hand. After that, it was placed and it is thought that it became black due to soot
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18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Talisman

Materials

Cypress

Agate and Silver-Gilt Crabs’ Eye Pendant of an Acorn. German, 17th century.
Located in London, GB
Measurements • 4.4 × 2.4 × 1.9 cm (excluding loose bail) • Weight: 20 grams A rare talismanic pendant carved
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17th Century Antique Talisman

Japan Kitchen God for Your Home Budai Hotai San
Located in South Burlington, VT
often thought of as a protective talismans. Lifetime guarantee of authenticity: All of our Asian works
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Talisman

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Ceramic

Stuning Antique Persian Bijar Rug
Located in Evanston, IL
. Many talisman and village weavers use representation and symbolism while never abandoning their
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1920s Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Talisman

Materials

Wool

Antique French Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Silver Horseshoe Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
brooch promises to be a glittering talisman of good luck and even better style. This brooch features a
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1890s Antique Talisman

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Birmingham Hallmarked 1913, Buckle/Belt Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
protective talisman. The ring is hallmarked Birmingham 1913, adding to its charm and authenticity. With its
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Early 20th Century English Antique Talisman

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Solid Silver-Gilt Dragon Ruyi Sceptre, circa 1660
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
object that serves as a ceremonial scepter in Chinese Buddhism or a talisman symbolizing power and good
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17th Century Chinese Antique Talisman

Materials

Silver

Owl Athena 450 BC Athens Hand Set in 18k
Located in Chicago, IL
timeless heirloom. Ideal for collectors, classicists, or those seeking a powerful symbolic talisman. Comes
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Talisman

Materials

18k Gold

Art Nouveau Red coral necklace, filigree brooch, Dutch silver 835
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
them from possible evils. Shamans attribute fertility to it, and it is used as a health talisman. It
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Early 1900s German Antique Talisman

Japan Antique Silver Bronze Kannon Guanyin with Calligraphy
Located in South Burlington, VT
weight: 14.25 inches tall and 4.5 inches wide, quite heavy. Hand-cast, this spiritual talisman is a
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Talisman

Materials

Silver, Bronze

Pendant with Agnus Dei and the Virgin Mary with the Child late 15th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
, talismanic ornaments. Wax renderings of the lamb or relics of a saint or other religious artifacts were
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Renaissance Antique Talisman

Materials

Silver

Two Patinated Bronze Sculptures of Mercury and Fortuna after Giambologna
By Giambologna
Located in London, GB
served as good luck talismans for travellers, particularly merchants or sailors. These sculptures are
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19th Century French Renaissance Antique Talisman

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Late 19th Century Antique Persian Bijar Halwai Halvei Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
. Bijars are considered some of the highest quality, longest lasting rugs in the world. Many talisman and
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Late 19th Century Persian Mid-Century Modern Antique Talisman

19th Century Chinese Silver and Enamel Ruyi, Tian Bao, Beijing, circa 1880
By Tian Bao
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
curved decorative object that serves as a ceremonial scepter in Chinese Buddhism or a talisman
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Talisman

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Japanese Big Antique Hand-Painted Wooden 19th Century Fortune Money Cat Signed
Located in South Burlington, VT
-beckoning cat- is a common Japanese figurine (lucky charm, talisman) which is often believed to bring good
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Talisman

Materials

Wood

Scarce Renaissance 16th Century Rock Crystal Marriage Ring Medieval Middle Ages
Located in London, GB
talismanic powers. Lapidaries of the Middle Ages index the abilities of gems to cure ailments, ward off
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Early 1600s English Renaissance Antique Talisman

19th Century Chinese Solid Silver and Enamel Ruyi, Tian Bao, Beijing, circa 1880
By Tian Bao
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
curved decorative object that serves as a ceremonial scepter in Chinese Buddhism or a talisman
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Talisman

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Japanese Antique 14th-15th Century Small Copper Buddha Statue /Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
genuine, not fake. Why don't you hang it on the wall as a talisman? ※Checklist Also, this bronze mirror
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15th Century and Earlier Japanese Arts and Crafts Antique Talisman

Materials

Copper

Japanese antique wooden very small Buddha statue/Edo/circa 18th century
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
a talisman used to pray for safety. In Japan, this kind of thing is called "Nenji-butsu". ``Nenji
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18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Talisman

Materials

Wood

English Medieval Sapphire Stirrup Ring Religious Ring 13th Century Sri Lanka
Located in London, GB
cabochon. In Medieval times, gemstone rings were considered to have amuletic and talismanic power
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15th Century and Earlier English Medieval Antique Talisman

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Sapphire, 22k Gold

Fine Workmanship Japanese Antique Wood Carving Demon/1600-1800/Edo Period
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
talisman. There are several temples that have such demons decorated under the eaves. Famous temples such
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18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Talisman

Materials

Wood

S.Severus and Julia Domna Roman Coin 24 Kt Gold Gilded Sterling Silver Earrings
Located in Roma, IT
and third centuries AD. The Romans attributed a talismanic and amuletic power to the jewels thus made
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Talisman

Materials

Sterling Silver

Scarce Antique 18th Century Mughal 5ct Colombian Emerald Gold Ring Certified
Located in London, GB
protective talismans. Emeralds were enormously popular with the Mughal Court, whose emperors referred to them
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Late 18th Century Unknown Georgian Antique Talisman

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Emerald, Gold

Tibet Antique Gold Amulet Pendant Necklace Six Eye Dzi Bead
Located in South Burlington, VT
beads, are hard to find which makes them highly valued as precious spiritual talismans and coveted as
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Talisman

Materials

Agate

Tibet Antique "Dzi Eye" Beads 18-Karat Gold Amulet Earrings, Unique
Located in South Burlington, VT
find which makes them highly valued as precious spiritual talismans and coveted as unique jewelry. The
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Talisman

Materials

Agate

19th Century Silver Repousse Islamic Talisman Miniature Holder
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
19th century three part, silver repousse, octagonal talisman miniature Koran case which would have
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Late 19th Century Turkish Islamic Antique Talisman

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Pair of African Metal and Leather Talismans Medicine Bags
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
African tribal metal and leather medicine, talismans bag, the metal container is adorned with brass
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Early 20th Century Cameroonian Tribal Antique Talisman

Materials

Metal

Japan Antique Daruma Hand-Carved Talisman of Perseverance and Good Luck
Located in South Burlington, VT
, nose and brows - a wooden Talisman of perseverance and good luck from the early 20th century. These
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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Talisman

Materials

Wood

Chinese Jade Hand Carved Pig Talisman Celadon Green and Russet, 19th Century
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a Chinese natural jade, small hand carved stylized pig, possibly made as a talisman, which
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Talisman

Materials

Jade

Japanese Antique Rare Pair of Hand Carved Daruma, Talismans for Good Luck
Located in South Burlington, VT
antique pair of hand carved Daruma wooden sculptures - a wonderful set of precious Talismans signifying
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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Talisman

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Cedar

200 Year Old Hand Cast Bronze Buddha Gold Gilt Spiritual Talisman Burma Myanmar
Located in South Burlington, VT
inches wide Hand cast, Hand gold gilt. A vert spiritual talisman to hold and touch. Lifetime
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18th Century Burmese Antique Talisman

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Bronze

Japanese Wooden Daruma Netsuke, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
atrophied from disuse. Today a common talisman for good luck, figures depicting Daruma are a fitting gift of
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Talisman

Materials

Wood

Silver-Mounted Amber Heart-Shaped Pendant. Germany, 17th century
Located in London, GB
Measurements • 4.2 × 3.3 × 0.9 cm • Weight: 5.4 grams This devotional or talismanic pendant is carved from
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17th Century German Antique Talisman

Authentic Georgian Sterling Silver Ring with Large Marcasites Natural Garnets
Located in Northampton, MA
talisman. Symbolism of the Gemstones Marcasite In the Georgian era, marcasite was admired for its
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Late 19th Century English Georgian Antique Talisman

Materials

Garnet, Marcasite, Sterling Silver

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Antique Talisman For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate antique talisman for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of 18k Gold, Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Finding the perfect antique talisman may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 20th Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic antique talisman over the years, but those made by Christofle and Talisman Bespoke are often thought to be among the most beautiful. An antique talisman of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Carnelian, from our inventory of 1, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a cabochon version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for an antique talisman, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Antique Talisman?

On average, an antique talisman at 1stDibs sells for $624, while they’re typically $221 on the low end and $11,800 for the highest priced versions of this item.